Full-Time
Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Technician
Pet Paradise
501-1,000 employees
Comprehensive pet care with veterinary services
No salary listed
Yulee, FL, USA
In Person
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- At least six months of prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician.
- Knowledge of laboratory procedures, medical records, and SOAP documentation.
- Surgery experience.
- Ability to read a fecal float, fecal direct, and ear or skin cytology.
- Comfort using in-house hematology and chemistry equipment and a reference laboratory.
- Knowledge of basic canine and feline vaccines and basic vital signs.
- Skill in phlebotomy, including cephalic, lateral saphenous, and jugular draws, and subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous injections.
- Experience with dental prophylaxis.
- Experience with anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
- Ability to work safely around agitated or injured animals that may scratch or bite, in potentially loud environments, while occasionally lifting and moving up to 50 pounds and remaining mobile or stationary for long periods.
- Provide quality, compassionate care for patients while maximizing clinic productivity.
- Assist veterinarians with examinations and properly handle animals before, during, and after procedures.
- Perform diagnostic imaging, including x-rays and ultrasound.
- Clean, sterilize, and prepare kennels, examination rooms, and equipment.
- Maintain and update medical charts, administer medications and treatments, and care for animals during their visits.
- Communicate basic diagnoses, such as ear infections, skin infections, and intestinal parasites, to pet parents.
- For qualified technicians, perform dental prophylaxis, place intravenous catheters, perform venipuncture, and assist with surgeries.
- Veterinary Technician licensure (RVT, LVT, or CVT) is preferred.
- Scholarships are available for Veterinary Technician certifications.
Pet Paradise provides a comprehensive pet healthcare and wellness network offering boarding, daycare, grooming, training, and in-house veterinary care at a single destination. Its services include climate-controlled overnight suites, a dog daycare camp with social play, professional grooming, and board-and-train programs, all supported by NewDay Veterinary Care for routine checkups and medical procedures. Care is onsite in a resort-style setting with amenities like bone-shaped pools, large outdoor play areas, and Tiny Town for smaller dogs, with webcams for monitoring. Unlike many providers, it integrates veterinary services directly into stays, aiming to deliver premium, convenient, and reassuring all-in-one pet care that supports pets and their owners across services.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Early VC
Total Funding
$3.6M
Headquarters
Jacksonville, Florida
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Pet Paradise said in April 2026 it targets nearly 65 resorts by year-end.
- The May 2026 Atlanta grand reopening shows continued capital deployment into key markets.
- Website updates in July 2026 list new Alabama and Florida openings coming soon.
What critics are saying
- The July 2026 Hoover dog death story damages trust across the brand.
- Indeed ratings at 2.8 signal chronic pay, management, and burnout problems.
- A major negligence lawsuit or regulator action could trigger a broader client exodus.
What makes Pet Paradise unique
- Integrated boarding, daycare, grooming, training, and veterinary care under one roof.
- NewDay Veterinary Care gives Pet Paradise a stickier, higher-trust service bundle.
- Resort-style amenities and webcams support premium pricing versus commodity kennels.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Flexible Work Hours
Profit Sharing
Student Loan Assistance
Relocation Assistance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Mental Health Support