Veterinary Assistant - Destin Animal Clinic

Overview

Destin Animal Clinic in Destin, FL, is seeking dedicated veterinary professionals to join our small animal practice. Our mission is to provide the highest standard of care, reflected in our AAHA accreditation and a strong community trust evidenced by our 4.7-star Google rating. We offer opportunities to deliver compassionate, evidence-based medicine, with a supportive network that prioritizes professional development. Our collaborative environment supports complex cases and thoughtful workflow processes so you can focus on patient care.

As an AAHA-accredited practice, we uphold rigorous standards across medical procedures and provide access to internal specialty consultations for diagnostics and treatment planning.

Located on Florida’s Emerald Coast, Destin offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with world-class fishing, dining, and outdoor activities—an ideal balance of rewarding veterinary work and high quality of life.

• Provide Essential Patient Care:
  Assist the medical team with hands-on care, ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team:
  Anticipate the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client
  
  Experience:
  
  Assist with scheduling, payments, and communications, maintaining a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment:
  Maintain the hospital, perform clinic upkeep, and equipment maintenance to uphold high standards of care.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you gain the stability of a local practice backed by the resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you so you can focus on what you love.

Note:

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

• Competitive Compensation: A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.
• Health & Wellbeing:
  Comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.
• Financial Security: 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
• Commitment to Growth:
  Career development opportunities, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.
• The Power of a Network:
  Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.
• Valuable Perks:
  Discounted veterinary care for your own pets, online discount platform, and 24/7 Teladoc access.

Mission Pet Health provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams to focus on medicine, patients, and team culture. Learn more at  Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. We are a veterinarian-led, people-focused organization recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace" and ranked among America’s Top 100 and first in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact  with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.