Certified Veterinary Technician

Nease Animal Hospital; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid vacation and sick time

Continuing education allowance

Tuition assistance program

Job summary

A veterinary practice in St. Augustine is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician to join their dedicated team. Responsibilities include animal restraint, triage of patients, and lab sample analysis. The role requires excellent communication skills and knowledge of veterinary procedures. Pay ranges from $22 to $25 per hour, with various benefits including health coverage, paid leave, and educational assistance. Ideal candidates will have a commitment to professional ethics and can thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Veterinary Technician license required.
• 2+ years of professional experience preferred.
• Punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collection and analysis of lab samples.
• Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases.

Skills

Client communication

Veterinary procedures knowledge

Animal restraint techniques

Sample collection methods

Anesthesia administration

Radiographic positioning

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician license

Job description

Company Description

Nease Animal Hospital is a thriving, well‑established small animal practice located in beautiful St. Augustine, Florida. With 2 dedicated doctors and a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment, we’re proud to serve quality care to the pets of St. Augustine, Nocatee, Ponte Vedra, and Twin Creeks.

Our clients love us because we combine top‑notch veterinary medicine with a genuinely friendly, compassionate approach. We allow room for modern medical practice to work alongside holistic and Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques.

We offer a wide range of services to ensure comprehensive care for our patients, including:

• Preventive & wellness care
• Holistic services such as acupuncture
• Nutritional counseling
• Dentistry and soft tissue surgeries
• Behavioral management appointments
• And so much more!

We believe in work‑life balance, which is why we’re open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with weekends off to enjoy everything Florida has to offer.

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to: animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

We provide opportunities for growth through a variety of virtual and hands‑on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required; 2+ years of professional experience preferred but not required.
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts.
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations.
• Expertise in safe and low‑stress animal restraint techniques.
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens.
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus.
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with exposure to animal‑related hazards.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $22 – $25 /hr depending on level of experience.

We Offer Our Staff

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401(k) & 401(k) matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for all employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions
• Additional benefits may also be available (personal pet discounts, holiday pay, uniform allowance, bonuses, etc.)
• *Hiring eligibility may be contingent on a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
• Note—some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full‑time employment status vs. part‑time status.

Requirements

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit our website (link).

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $22 – $25 Hourly