Veterinary Assistant

Good Shepherd Pet Hospital
Veterinary Assistant

📍 Location: Odessa, FL 33556
🕐 Schedule: Full-Time | Rotating Saturdays
💵 Pay Range: $13–15 per hour (based on experience)

Good Shepherd Pet Hospital is a well-established veterinary clinic located just outside of Tampa in Odessa, FL. Founded by Bassem Deeb, our hospital is built on compassion, innovation, and personalized care that strengthens the human–animal bond. We’re proud to have earned Best of Florida honors in 2021, 2022, and 2024—thanks to a supportive team culture that values collaboration and growth. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a dependable and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our team.

Why Work With Us:

• Be part of a close-knit, team-first environment where everyone supports one another

• Hours of Operation:

  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 8:00am – 6:00pm

  • Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

• Scrub allowance and opportunities to learn and grow your skills

• Open communication, regular feedback, and a positive, fun work atmosphere

• Modern facility with digital x-ray and ultrasound, dental x-ray, cold laser therapy, and a fully equipped surgical suite

What You Bring to the Table:

• Prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred (on-the-job training available for the right candidate)

• Comfortable assisting with animal handling, restraint, and basic patient care

• Willingness to learn clinical skills and support technicians and doctors

• Reliable, adaptable, and able to work rotating Saturdays

• A positive, team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills

• Someone who shows up ready to help and contribute to a great culture

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with patient restraint, exams, treatments, and basic procedures

• Help prepare rooms, equipment, and patients for appointments and surgery

• Support technicians and DVMs during procedures and daily workflow

• Maintain cleanliness of treatment areas, exam rooms, and equipment

• Assist with client communication, patient check-ins, and discharge support

• Learn and grow through mentorship and hands-on experience

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay + monthly bonus opportunities

• Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 access)

• Generous PTO, paid parental leave, and holiday pay

• Annual scrub allowance

• Free RACE-approved CE platform, including VA-specific content

• 401(k) with employer match

• Incentive programs recognizing team contributions

• Personal pet care discounts at all Community Veterinary Partners locations + pet insurance discounts

• Internal mobility and advancement opportunities across the CVP network

Let’s Talk About Your Next Career Move

If you’re looking to grow in veterinary medicine and want to be part of a supportive, team-driven hospital, we’d love to connect and see if Good Shepherd Pet Hospital is the right fit for you.

Community Veterinary Partners does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.