Experienced Veterinary Technician

Good Shepherd Pet Hospital; Odessa (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonuses

Insurance (health/dental/vision)

Mental health support

Paid time off

Parental leave & holidays

Scrub allowance

CE - RACE approved

401(k) employer match

Employee incentives

Pet care discounts

Pet insurance discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Good Shepherd Pet Hospital in Odessa, FL is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our busy team. You will work closely with veterinarians and support staff across patient care, anesthesia monitoring, diagnostic imaging, and procedures while delivering compassionate care to pets and families.

We value collaboration and ongoing learning, with a rotating Saturday schedule and opportunities for growth within a supportive CVP network.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience.
• Experience with blood draws and IV catheter placement.
• Knowledge of surgical preparation and anesthesia monitoring.
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Performing venipuncture and placing IV catheters.
• Assisting veterinarians with appointments, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
• Preparing patients for surgical and dental procedures.
• Monitoring anesthesia and assisting with patient recovery.
• Administering medications, vaccines, fluids, and treatments as directed.
• Taking digital radiographs and assisting with diagnostic imaging.
• Collecting and processing laboratory samples.
• Providing safe and compassionate patient restraint.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment notes.
• Reviewing discharge instructions and communicating with clients about patient care.
• Helping maintain an organized and efficient treatment area and hospital workflow.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient handling

Communication

Organization

Rotating Saturday schedule

Tools

Digital radiography

Dental imaging

Ultrasound

Therapeutic laser

Job description

Experienced Veterinary Technician

Odessa, FL, US

Salary Range: $17.00 To $22.00 Hourly

Veterinary Technician - Good Shepherd Pet HospitalOdessa, FL | Full-Time or Part-Time
Compensation: based on experience
Rotating Saturday Availability Required

Put Your Veterinary Technician Skills to Work

Good Shepherd Pet Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team in Odessa, FL.

We're a busy companion animal practice serving the Odessa and greater Tampa community, and we believe veterinary technicians are an essential part of providing exceptional patient care. If you're looking for a hospital where you can stay hands-on, use your technical skills, continue learning, and work alongside a supportive team, we'd love to meet you.

Our team values collaboration, communication, compassionate care, and creating a positive experience for both pets and their families.

What You'll Do

As a Veterinary Technician, you'll work closely with our veterinarians and support team throughout all areas of patient care, including:

• Performing venipuncture and placing IV catheters

• Assisting veterinarians with appointments, treatments, and diagnostic procedures

• Preparing patients for surgical and dental procedures

• Monitoring anesthesia and assisting with patient recovery

• Administering medications, vaccines, fluids, and treatments as directed

• Taking digital radiographs and assisting with diagnostic imaging

• Collecting and processing laboratory samples

• Providing safe and compassionate patient restraint

• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment notes

• Reviewing discharge instructions and communicating with clients about patient care

• Helping maintain an organized and efficient treatment area and hospital workflow

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is confident in their veterinary technician skills and ready to contribute to a busy clinical team.

Ideal candidates will have:

• At least 2 years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience

• Experience with blood draws and IV catheter placement

• Knowledge of surgical preparation and anesthesia monitoring

• Strong patient handling and restraint skills

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

• A positive, team-oriented approach to patient and client care

• Availability to participate in a rotating Saturday schedule

Our Hospital

Good Shepherd Pet Hospital provides our team with the tools and technology needed to deliver high-quality veterinary care, including:

• Digital radiography

• Dental imaging

• Ultrasound

• Therapeutic laser

• Modern surgical and treatment areas

Benefits That Support You

We want our team members to feel supported both inside and outside of the hospital. Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation + monthly bonus opportunities

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Mental health support with 24/7 access

• Generous paid time off

• Paid parental leave and holiday pay

• Annual scrub allowance

• Free RACE-approved continuing education

• 401(k) with employer match

• Employee incentive programs

• Personal pet care discounts at CVP locations

• Pet insurance discounts

• Career growth and internal advancement opportunities across the CVP network

CVP does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.