Fear Free CVT Vet Technician - Cat-Friendly Care

MassVet; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education and professional/

Mentorship and technician development

Employee pet care discounts

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings with employer match

Job summary

Bayshore Animal Clinic in Tampa, FL is hiring a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join a AAHA-accredited, Fear Free Certified, Cat Friendly Practice. Full-time, on-site role with 4 days/week and rotating Saturdays.

Competitive hourly compensation and opportunities for growth, mentorship, and continued education. Ideal candidates have experience in small-animal general practice, strong patient-care skills, and a commitment to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Veterinary Assistant or CVT with experience preferred.
• Experience in a veterinary hospital, animal hospital, or general practice.
• Hands-on experience with animal restraint, venipuncture, laboratory work, medications, and patient care.
• Surgery, dentistry, anesthesia, and hospitalized patient experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and client service skills.
• CVT credential preferred, but not required for experienced assistants/technicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care, restraint, and veterinary nursing.
• Assist with examinations, treatments, procedures, and appointments.
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement as trained.
• Support in-house laboratory diagnostics and patient monitoring.
• Assist with surgery, dentistry, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Prepare patients and treatment areas for procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Monitor hospitalized and surgical patients.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Educate clients on medications, treatments, and home care.
• Support discharge planning and follow-up communication.
• Maintain clean, organized, and stocked treatment areas.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians and the team.
• Step in as needed to keep hospital moving during busy periods.

Skills

Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Technician

Hands-on animal care

Patient care

CVT credential preferred

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Job description

Bayshore Animal Clinic in Tampa, FL is hiring a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join a AAHA-accredited, Fear Free Certified, Cat Friendly Practice. Full-time, on-site role with 4 days/week and rotating Saturdays.

Competitive hourly compensation and opportunities for growth, mentorship, and continued education. Ideal candidates have experience in small-animal general practice, strong patient-care skills, and a commitment to compassionate care.