Experienced Veterinary Technician

ahrpvet; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriVet is seeking a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to support our doctor and dynamic team in Florida. The role involves patient exams, diagnostic procedures, and assisting with surgeries and dentistry.

Ideal candidates have veterinary technician or assistant experience, strong animal handling skills, and a passion for client education. Certifications are preferred but not required, with opportunities for professional growth within AmeriVet.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant.
• Experience assisting with surgical and dental procedures is strongly preferred.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills.
• Knowledge of veterinary clinical procedures and patient care.
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Certification/licensure as CVT, RVT, or LVT is preferred but not required.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program is preferred but not required.
• Comfortable learning and working with advanced diagnostic equipment and services.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
• Prepare for and assist with surgical and dental procedures.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain animals.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and prescribed treatments.
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient records.
• Educate clients on medications, treatments, preventive care, and at-home instructions.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked hospital environment.
• Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their families.

Skills

Veterinary Technician

Surgical Assisting

Dental Procedures

Animal Handling

Client Education

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program (preferred)

Job description

Animal Hospital of Regency Park | New Port Richey, Florida

Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant

About Us

Animal Hospital of Regency Park is growing! We recently welcomed Dr. Aileen Simpson to our veterinary team and are looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician to help support her and our patients. Our hospital combines compassionate, community-focused care with advanced diagnostic capabilities. Team members have the opportunity to work with exciting equipment and services, including a CT scanner and allergy testing, while continuing to strengthen their clinical skills. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys surgery, dentistry, and being part of a collaborative veterinary team.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant.
• Experience assisting with surgical and dental procedures is strongly preferred.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills.
• Knowledge of veterinary clinical procedures and patient care.
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Veterinary Technician Certification or licensure as a CVT, RVT, or LVT is preferred but not required.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program is preferred but not required.
• Comfortable learning and working with advanced diagnostic equipment and services.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
• Prepare for and assist with surgical and dental procedures.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain animals.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and prescribed treatments.
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient records.
• Educate clients on medications, treatments, preventive care, and at-home instructions.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked hospital environment.
• Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their families.

What Makes Us Different

• Access to advanced equipment and services, including a CT scanner and allergy testing.
• Opportunities to expand your surgical, dental, and technical skills.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Continuing education programs provided by AmeriVet at no cost to you.
• Employee referral program: join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
• A collaborative environment where your skills and contributions are valued.

What you can expect when you join our team

• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career – no matter where you start.

Learn more about opportunities with AmeriVet at: http://amerivet.com/veterinary-jobs/ #LI-CR1