Veterinary Technician OR Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Technician OR Veterinary Assistant - Island Hammock Pet Hospital

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Care for animals. Support your team. Make a difference every single shift.

At Island Hammock Pet Hospital
, we know it takes a village to care for pets and Veterinary Assistants are the glue that holds it all together. We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Full‑Time Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our crew and bring skill, kindness, and hustle to every exam room, surgery prep, and tail wag.

• We’re real people who really care – we show up for each other, celebrate the wins (big and small), and support one another through the tough moments. You’ll be joining a team that believes kindness, communication, and a little humor can make even the busiest days better.
• We practice great medicine and we’re proud of it – as a Fear Free Certified and AAHA Accredited hospital, we offer wellness, surgery, dentistry, and diagnostics with the kind of thorough, thoughtful care we’d want for our own pets. You’ll get to use your skills, grow your confidence, and be part of work that genuinely matters.
• We’re part of a community that trusts us – our clients know us, love us, and rely on us, and you’ll feel that connection every day. It’s a special kind of relationship, and it’s one of the reasons our team loves coming to work.

• Love animals (of course) and bring a calm rá steady presence.
• Communicate clearly and kindly with clients and teammates.
• Stay organized and roll with the flow when things get busy.
• Keep a cool head in a fast‑paced environment.
• Are eager to learn, grow, and try new things.
• Jump in to help wherever you’re needed because teamwork just feels right.

• Keep accurate medical records and answer client questions Role‑Related and informational ones.
• Prep patients for exams and surgeries.
• Administer medications as directed by the technician or physician.
• Assist with lab testing (blood, fecal, urine, etc.).
• Clean and sanitize surgical tools, kennels, and exam areas.
• Monitor post‑op patients and report any changes.
• Safely restrain patients during exams and procedures.
• Help educate pet parents on meds, treatments, and care.
• Partner with Credentialed Technicians and DVMs to provide top‑tier care.

• Competitive pay, based on experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (some plans include free outpatient mental‑health care).
• Generous CE allowance + paid骗人的吗!
• Uniform allowance.
• Pet‑care discounts for your personal pets.
• PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave.
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between).
• Access to Encore Vet Group’s library of training, CE seconda and career development resources.
• A 401(k) with up to 5 % company match.

Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special? Apply today! Check us out:

Island Hammock Pet Hospital is proud to be partnered with Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you:

Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high‑غب quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients.

Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a  practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you’re a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our enthous _____ to support you in doing what you love – caring for animals while advancing your career.