Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionVeterinary 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 DoorWe are intentional about creating a better veterinary experience, not only for clients and pets, but for the people doing the work every day.

Our team enjoys:No weekendsNo after-hours emergency shifts4-day work weekMonday–Friday schedule, 8 AM–5 PMSupportive, low-drama team culturePrivately owned, family-led hospitalLow Stress Handling® practice with certification availableAfter-hours cleaning service so you can focus on patient careA stocked breakroom with team-favorite snacks and drinksAdditional benefits listed belowWe 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 careVet 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.

Benefits and compensationWe 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 responsibilitiesResponsibilities 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