Experienced Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

401k matching

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

CE Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Alliance Animal Health in St. Augustine, FL is seeking experienced veterinary technicians and assistants to join a brand-new Priority Pet Urgent Care clinic. roles involve triage, nursing care, lab work, imaging, anesthesia support, and client communication.

Training and development opportunities are available, with a focus on teamwork and compassionate care. Pay ranges from $20 to $25 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience as a veterinary technician or assistant
• CVT is highly preferred but not required
• Punctuality and reliability on schedule
• Excellent client communication and medical record management
• Solid knowledge of veterinary procedures and hospital operations

Responsibilities

• Assist in triage, restraint, and nursing care
• Collect and analyze lab samples; assist diagnostics and imaging
• Assist in anesthesia and surgical preparation/monitoring
• Communicate treatment plans with clients clearly
• Work in a fast-paced veterinary environment with safety protocols

Skills

3+ years experience

CVT preferred

Punctual & reliable

Client communication

Medical record management

Job description

Are you looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners? We are excited to announce the brand new Priority Pet Urgent Care state of the art clinic here in St. Augustine, FL is now open!

We are available for urgent care pet needs Thursday through Monday from 3 pm – 11 pm. We are eager and ready to serve the local community and their pets and are currently looking for additional veterinary technicians and assistants to help build out our medical care team!

The Priority Pet Urgent Care mission is committed to providing easy-to-access quality care with a promise to our clients that their pets are our priority. We value teamwork, compassion, and excellence, offering a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

We look forward to connecting!

To learn more about us, please visit our website here!

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.

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

We’re looking for:

• Experienced veterinary technicians, 3+ years professional experience preferred.
• CVT highly preferred, but not required for this position.
• 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
• 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

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

Pay Range:

$20 - $25/hr. depending on experience level

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K 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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• 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 pre-employment screening.

• 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/