What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician Assistant position at Western Veterinary Partners?
Kehoe Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our team!
This is an excellent opportunity for an outgoing assistant with a strong background in patient care and handling, who enjoys building meaningful relationships with clients and their pets while working in a collaborative, team-focused environment.
What You'll Do
This is a full-time, flexible position with a 4/10 schedule.
Located on Florida's beautiful Space Coast, Kehoe Animal Clinic is a welcoming, three-doctor practice known for delivering high-quality, affordable care in a warm, team-focused environment. We offer a wide range of services including wellness care, dentistry, surgery, acupuncture, and laser therapy in a modern, well-equipped facility.
Our culture is built on compassion, teamwork, mentorship, and growth. We strive to create a workplace where every team member feels supported, respected, and empowered to grow in their career.
If you're looking for a clinic that feels like home - where your voice matters and your skills are valued - we would love to meet you.
No weekends. Supportive team. Room to grow.
Come build a fulfilling veterinary career with us
#SPO
This is an excellent opportunity for an outgoing assistant with a strong background in patient care and handling, who enjoys building meaningful relationships with clients and their pets while working in a collaborative, team-focused environment.
What You'll Do
- Assist veterinarians and technicians with exams and outpatient procedures
- Provide exceptional patient care and support throughout appointments and treatments
- Prepare patients for procedures and assist with recovery
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records
- Review treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients, answering questions with empathy and clarity
- Support smooth exam room flow and assist with appointment readiness
- Assist with patient exams, handling, and restraint
- Prepare and package lab samples (fecals, urinalysis, etc.) and assist with basic diagnostics
- Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized treatment and exam areas
- Turn over exam rooms and prepare for incoming patients
- Support daily hospital operations, including stocking, laundry (wash, dry, fold), and cleaning
- Maintain kennel areas and prepare spaces for incoming patients
- Clean and disinfect treatment and surgical areas as needed
- Maintain equipment such as clippers
- Assist with end-of-day closing tasks
- Communicate clearly and professionally with both clients and team members
- Multitask efficiently while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced environment
This is a full-time, flexible position with a 4/10 schedule.
- Monday-Friday only
- No weekends
- Compensation: $17-18 per hour, for each hour worked*
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k options
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- 1 year of veterinary experience in a clinical setting
- Strong technical skills, including:
- Patient restraint and handling
- Laboratory sample collection and processing
- Basic diagnostics (urinalysis, fecals, etc.)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills
- Compassion for both patients and clients
- Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, email, and willingness to learn practice management software)
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
Located on Florida's beautiful Space Coast, Kehoe Animal Clinic is a welcoming, three-doctor practice known for delivering high-quality, affordable care in a warm, team-focused environment. We offer a wide range of services including wellness care, dentistry, surgery, acupuncture, and laser therapy in a modern, well-equipped facility.
Our culture is built on compassion, teamwork, mentorship, and growth. We strive to create a workplace where every team member feels supported, respected, and empowered to grow in their career.
If you're looking for a clinic that feels like home - where your voice matters and your skills are valued - we would love to meet you.
No weekends. Supportive team. Room to grow.
Come build a fulfilling veterinary career with us
#SPO
- To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant's education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors. **During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law. WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.
Salary : $17 - $18