Experienced ER Veterinary Technician

Vetmedcenterslc; Florida; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Em

Paid Bereavement Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Veterinary Medical Center of St. Lucie County is a 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital in St. Lucie, FL.

We are hiring an experienced veterinary technician to join the Emergency Services team. Responsibilities include triage, lab analysis, radiography, anesthesia monitoring, and client communication, with opportunities for growth through hands-on training and continuing education. Join a dedicated team delivering high‑quality care 24/7 in a full-service animal hospital with strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• 1+ year of professional experience as a veterinary technician (required).
• ER or Urgent Care experience preferred but not required for more experienced applicants.
• High work ethic, positive attitude, punctuality, and weekend availability.
• Strong customer service and precise communication; ability to interpret medical records.

Responsibilities

• Pet restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collection and analysis of lab samples; diagnostic imaging.
• Nursing care of medical and hospitalized patients; medication administration.
• Surgical prep and assistance; anesthetic management.
• Communicate treatment plans clearly to clients; support hospital workflow.

Skills

Veterinary Technician

ER/urgent care

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiography

Lab sample analysis

Client communication

Animal handling

Tools

Radiography equipment

Laboratory procedures

Job description

Veterinary Medical Center of St. Lucie County is a beautiful 10,000 sq foot 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital in St. Lucie, FL. We offer specialized ER care 24/7 and during the day we function as a comprehensive full-service animal hospital! We provide top-notch service, cutting-edge technology, and a dedicated team of experienced medical professionals and support staff eager to be involved in your pet’s care.Whether your pet needs routine check-ups, preventive care, or urgent medical attention, we’re here to provide expert care whenever it’s needed. We also offer boarding, grooming, and an incredible dog daycare!

With a shared passion for animal care and a commitment to excellence, we ensure that every pet receives the best possible treatment in a warm and welcoming environment.

We are looking to add another experienced technician to our Emergency Services team! We are open 24/7 to take emergency cases.

Our general practice hours of operation are:

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage 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.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• An experienced veterinary technician, 1+ year professional experiencerequired.
• Previous experience in ER or Urgent Care is preferred, but not required for more experienced applicants.
• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member.
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work.
• Some weekend availability.
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely.
• Interpret medical records and record client history accurately.
• Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow.
• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner.
• Proficiencyin anesthesia and surgical monitoring.
• Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin.
• Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests.
• Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs.
• A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset.
• Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available(i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to 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.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit:https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/

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