Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Elite Veterinary Specialists; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Continuing education allowance

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays and Sundays off

Team-building events

Job summary

Elite Veterinary Specialists is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our ophthalmology team in Central Florida. You will work with specialists on challenging cases, expanding your skills in a compassionate, patient-focused setting.

Travel to our Florida clinics may be required to support the growing ophthalmology program. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) match, CE allowance, generous PTO, paid holidays, Sundays off, and team-building

Qualifications

• Empathetic communication and strong client relations are essential.
• Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges.
• Ability to work independently while knowing when to ask for help.
• State credential (CVT, LVT, or RVT) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage patients of all sizes under anesthesia, including ventilated patients.
• Prepare surgical sites and care for surgical instruments.
• Maintain anesthesia machines and related equipment.
• Perform venipuncture and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Learn ophthalmic diagnostic tests with training from our team.
• Support clients with clear, compassionate communication throughout their pet’s care.

Skills

Empathetic communication

Client relationship building

Adaptability

Independent work

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT preferred

Job description

Lead With Purpose at Elite Veterinary Specialists

Are you a certified veterinary technician ready to rediscover your passion for healing in an environment where your contributions truly matter? At Elite Veterinary Specialists, we’re committed to providing compassionate, human-centric pet care that prioritizes both pets and their owners. Our mission is to lead with empathy, uphold integrity, and foster trust through honest, personalized service.

About Us

We’re not just another veterinary practice. We’re a growing veterinary ophthalmology group with clinics in Central Florida (Casselberry and Clermont, The Villages, Winter Haven), and Gaithersburg, Maryland, with more locations coming soon.

We’re not a corporate group.

We are proudly privately owned, with no corporate or private equity backing, and every decision is made locally by people who know our patients, clients, and team. Our leadership brings years of experience in multi-location specialty hospitals, and we’re building a workplace that values each person’s contributions over the impersonal feel of corporate culture. As we grow, you’ll help shape a practice that is purpose-driven and dedicated to exceptional care, with room to grow your skills and your career alongside us.

The Role

As a Certified Veterinary Technician at Elite Veterinary Specialists, you’ll work alongside our veterinary ophthalmologists on challenging and rewarding cases, making a real difference in the lives of our patients and their owners. You’ll build on your core technician skills while learning the specialized world of veterinary ophthalmology. This position includes occasional travel to our various Central Florida clinics (including Casselberry, Clermont, The Villages, and Winter Haven) to support our growing ophthalmology team as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor and manage patients of all sizes under anesthesia, including patients on a ventilator
• Prepare surgical sites and care for surgical instruments
• Maintain anesthesia machines and related equipment
• Perform venipuncture and prepare laboratory specimens
• Learn to perform ophthalmic diagnostic tests, with training from our team
• Support clients with clear, compassionate communication throughout their pet’s care

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for veterinary ophthalmology and a strong desire to learn
• Empathetic communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and team members
• A state credential (CVT, LVT, or RVT) is preferred but not required
• Adaptability and openness to new professional challenges
• The ability to work independently while knowing when to ask for help
• A positive attitude and grace under pressure

Our Offer

At Elite Veterinary Specialists, we believe our team members are our greatest asset. We offer a supportive, rewarding work environment with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) plan with match
• Complimentary license renewal and an annual continuing education allowance
• Generous paid time off
• Work-life balance with paid holidays and Sundays off
• Team-building events

Ready to Join Something Special?

Join Elite Veterinary Specialists and become a key member of a team where your contributions are valued and exceptional patient care is at the heart of everything we do. and help us build a future where every pet, owner, and team member feels valued and supported.

We’re growing fast. Come grow with us!

Elite Veterinary Specialists is an equal opportunity employer.