Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Fleming Island, FL

A Veterinary Assistant plays an integral role in the veterinary industry by providing essential support to Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians. They are responsible for a wide range of tasks including maintaining medical records, cleaning and sanitizing animal cages, providing post-operative care, preparing samples for laboratory examinations, feeding and bathing animals, and assisting during patient examinations. Veterinarian Assistants often communicate with pet owners, so strong interpersonal and communication skills are paramount. Knowledge of animal behavior and medical terminology is also vital.

Before becoming a Veterinary Assistant, a person could have roles such as an Animal Caretaker, Pet Groomer, or Kennel Attendant. These roles provide valuable experience in handling and caring for animals. It's not mandatory, but advantageous to have a certificate or diploma in Veterinary Assistance. These programs usually cover anatomy, animal behavior, and veterinary office practices, and are typically completed in a year or less. A certification like the Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA) designation is recognized by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA), and can enhance employment prospects.

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Veterinary Assistant

Qualifications We're looking for: An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred....

Cardiovascular Technician -CVT Invasive

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Details Department: EP Lab Schedule: Full Time; Days 4 10 hour shifts Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital Location: Jacksonville, FL Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health...

Cardiovascular Tech (CVT) - Cath Lab

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Details Sign-on Bonus: $10,000 Department: Cardiac Cath Lab Schedule: Full time; day shift - 7am-7pm Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital Location: Jacksonville, FL Benefits Paid...

Veterinary Assistant

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago

The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals....

Part-Time Veterinary Assistant

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago

The Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals....

Part Time (Weekends) Urgent Care Senior Veterinary Assistant

  • Saint Johns, FL (8 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Johns, FL (8 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Our clinic is seeking a Part-time Senior Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care, team leadership, and client service in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art urgent care clinic....

Veterinary Assistant

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients!...

Veterinary Assistant

  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (22 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (22 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing hospital to provide exceptional care to our patients!...

Veterinary Assistant 0300

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Vet Assistant....

Veterinary Assistant - 5074

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 15 days ago

The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all pets, advocates for pets, educates clients on all aspects of pet health, and...

Full-Time Veterinary Assistant

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Description Veterinary Assistant - Job Description.docx 3 of 3 Last Revised: 05/03/2018 JP EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING Certificate of completion from a NAVTA approved Veterinary Assistant...

Experienced Veterinary Assistant

  • Orange Park, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orange Park, FL
  • 30+ days ago

VCA All Animal Hospital of Orange Park is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our General Practice team full time!...

Nurse Perioperative OR RN CVT FT Days

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview The cardiothoracic-vascular Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing care to patients in select phases of Perioperative care (as competency demonstrates). This care utilizes...

Cardiovascular Technician - CVT Cath Lab

  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

Details Sign-on Bonus: $10,000 Department: Cardiac Cath Lab Schedule: Full time; day shift - 7am-7pm Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital Location: Jacksonville, FL Benefits Paid...

Veterinary Assistant, FCVS

  • Jacksonville Beach, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jacksonville Beach, FL (16 miles from Fleming Island, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

If you're ready to expand your knowledge and thrive as a Veterinary Assistant, apply today!...

Demographic Data for Fleming Island, FL

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Salary for Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Fleming Island, FL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinary Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinary Assistants in Fleming Island, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
High School or GED
26.0%
Associate's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.5%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Some College
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
1.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Assistants in Fleming Island, FL
Less than 1 year
43.4%
None
35.2%
4-6 years
9.7%
2-4 years
8.8%
1-2 years
2.9%


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