Bayshore Animal Hospital and Avian Practice has been proudly caring for pets since 1955, and we could not be prouder of our heritage as the oldest veterinary practice in Pinellas County. We are a full-service providing veterinary care to dogs and cats and offer services such as routing medical, surgical, and dental care. Our practice has stood the test of time, and while we continue to update our equipment, streamline our communications, and rise to the latest contemporary standards of treatment - we will never lose sight of our traditional values of honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness. If you are a passionate and caring team player, please apply today! We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital and help deliver outstanding care to our patients. In this role, you’ll work closely with fellow Veterinary Assistants and assist DVMs with the day-to-day operations of the hospital. By joining our team, you’ll become part of a network of over 5,000 professionals, gain access to 100% tuition reimbursement for accredited Veterinary Technician programs, and benefit from robust Learning & Development opportunities designed to support your career growth. We’re looking for a Veterinary Assistant with a positive attitude and a strong team-oriented mindset. Our assistants play a key role in every aspect of patient care and clinic operations. Some responsibilities include: Assisting DVMs with appointments, prepping patients for surgery and minor procedures, surgical assistance, and proactively setting up for diagnostics or treatments Safely and compassionately restraining animals for exams, procedures, or treatments Accurately obtaining vitals, gathering patient histories, and promptly communicating any changes in condition to the DVM Collecting and preparing lab samples such as fecal, urine, and ear cytologies Maintaining and caring for medical equipment, including lab machines, surgical instruments, and anesthesia machines Providing clear, compassionate communication with clients regarding patient updates and general questions Position Requirements: High School diploma or GED certificate Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts Knowledge of medical procedures and animal handling Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations, and work with others on a team respectfully Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Pay range of $18.00-$23.50/hour based on experience Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Short Term Disability Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7 Discounted Veterinary Care EAP (Employee Assistance Program) A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people! Our team’s continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization’s success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces” list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000’s List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).