Experienced Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick time

Continuing education allowance

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Alliance Animal Health in St. Augustine is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team. You will provide essential medical care, perform diagnostic imaging, and assist in surgeries. We're proud of our supportive work environment where we prioritize work-life balance. Ideal candidates have exceptional customer service skills, a minimum of one year of experience, and are certified or licensed. Competitive pay between $18-$21/hr, along with extensive benefits like paid time off and continuing education allowances are provided.

Qualifications

• A high work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress manner.
• Proficient in sample collection like blood and urine.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients and manage nursing care.
• Administer medications and communicate treatment plans.
• Participate in diagnostic imaging and surgeries.

Skills

Customer service skills

Patient restraint

Surgical preparation

Anesthesia monitoring

Education

1 year experience preferred

CVT/RVT/LVT certification

Tools

Laboratory sample processing

Radiographic positioning

Job description

Nease Animal Hospital is a thriving, well-established small animal practice located in beautiful St. Augustine, Florida. With 2dedicated 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 (just check out our glowing online reviews!) 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 Chine Medicine techniques. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for passionate veterinary professionals to join our close-knit team and help us care for even more pets and their people.

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 openMonday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with weekends offto enjoy everything Florida has to offer.

Whether you're looking for a supportive place to grow your career or a welcoming team that feels like family, Nease Animal Hospital might just be your perfect fit!

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

• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
• A minimum of 1-year experience preferred, CVT/RVT/LVT a bonus
• 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
• 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, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
• Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
• 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

Pay Range: $18-$21/hr

We offer our staff:

• 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
• 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.