Vet Next Door
Location
Manatee County, Florida
Salary
$18 - $25 / HOUR
Provide comprehensive patient care including intake, restraint, and nursing care while assisting with surgical and dental procedures. Educate clients on pet health and maintain accurate medical records using cloud-based software.
Veterinary experience is preferred, but the employer is willing to train candidates with a strong work ethic and attention to detail. Credentialed technicians are encouraged to apply to work to the full scope of their training.
401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Paid time off Profit sharing Vision insurance Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant
Parrish, FL | No Weekends | 4-Day Work Week (Full-Time) Pay: $18–$25/hour based on experience, credentials, and education
Vet Next Door is a family-owned companion animal hospital in Parrish, FL. Since opening in 2022, we have grown quickly by focusing on high-quality medicine, excellent client communication, and a workplace culture where our team feels respected, supported, and heard.
We are looking for a compassionate, detail-oriented Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who enjoys patient care, client education, teamwork, and continued growth.
Why our team chooses Vet Next Door We are intentional about creating a better veterinary experience, not only for clients and pets, but for the people doing the work every day.
No weekends No after-hours emergency shifts 4-day work week Monday–Friday schedule, 8 AM–5 PM Supportive, low-drama team culture Privately owned, family-led hospital Low Stress Handling® practice with certification available After-hours cleaning service so you can focus on patient care A stocked breakroom with team-favorite snacks and drinks Additional benefits listed below We believe veterinary technicians and assistants should be more than task-runners. You should be able to use your skills, keep learning, and have a voice in how the hospital operates.
A hospital built for modern veterinary care Vet Next Door is equipped to support efficient workflow and high-quality medicine, including: Cloud-based veterinary software through Vetspire AI medical scribe support for records and client communication Electric lift tables throughout exam rooms, treatment, surgery, radiology, and dentistry IDEXX in-house diagnostics including CBC, chemistry, urinalysis, and cytology Digital radiography and dental radiography Ultrasound and echocardiography Trinocular microscope projected to a 4K display for cytology training Central oxygen and anesthetic scavenging system Growth, mentorship, and education: We want our technical team to keep growing. Training may include hands-on mentorship, veterinary society meetings, lunch-and-learns, dinner lectures, Low Stress Handling® certification, and opportunities to attend veterinary conferences such as VMX.
Credentialed veterinary technicians are encouraged to work to the full scope of their training and may serve as team leaders for surgery, hospitalized patients, urgent cases, anesthesia, dentistry, and client communication.
and compensation We offer a competitive benefits package, including: $18–$25/hour based on experience, credentials, and education Health insurance Dental and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Paid Time Off Continuing education allowance and paid CE Uniform scrub stipend with embroidery Employee pet care discounts Quarterly bonus / profit sharing Position responsibilities Responsibilities may include: Patient intake, handling, and restraint Client education and discharge instructions Vaccine administration and treatments Phlebotomy and laboratory testing Radiograph positioning Patient monitoring and nursing care Medical record documentation Hospital maintenance and team support Advanced duties may include: IV catheter placement Surgical assistance Anesthesia induction and monitoring Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography Hospitalized patient care Inventory, controlled substance logging, staff training, and workflow support Veterinary experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right person who brings a strong work ethic, kindness, attention to detail, and a team-first attitude.
About Parrish, FL
Parrish is a fast-growing community on Florida’s west coast near Bradenton, Sarasota, Tampa, and St. Petersburg. Enjoy nearby beaches, kayaking, fishing, wildlife preserves, golf, professional sports, and top-rated schools without the congestion of a major metro area.
Learn more about us at www.myvetnextdoor.com
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