Part-Time Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health; Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental

401k & matching program

Life & supplemental insurance

HSA & FSA

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Career Development Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Alliance Animal Health's Animal Emergency of Pasco in Port Richey, FL is seeking a part-time veterinary technician. The role requires weekend coverage and involves triage, lab work, imaging, anesthesia, and patient care in an after-hours emergency setting.

Candidates should be licensed, or have 2+ years of technician experience; strong customer service; ability to restrain pets safely; and a commitment to ongoing education. Benefits include CE allowance and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Licensed veterinary technician preferred; candidates with 2+ years of technician experience will be considered.
• Weekend availability is required to cover shifts.
• Ability to restrain pets safely and communicate treatment plans accurately.

Responsibilities

• Restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Lab sample collection and analysis.
• Medical record interpretation and client communication.
• Surgical preparation and assistance with anesthesia management.
• Radiographs and diagnostic imaging.

Skills

Certified veterinary technician

Active license

Weekend availability

Customer service

Sample collection

Radiography

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Communication skills

Job description

***This is a part-time position and weekend shift coverage is required***

Animal Emergency of Pasco is a small animal emergency hospital conveniently located on U.S. Highway 19 in Port Richey. We serve your pet with any urgent and critical care needs after hours, weekends, and holidays.

Founded in 1990 by a local veterinarian, our facility is an overnight clinic available for your pets continued care and emergencies. We understand it is stressful not being able to see your regular vet when your pet is not well, but you can rest easy knowing your pet is in good hands with our attentive staff. Our mission is to provide comprehensive, high quality medical and surgical care. We offer an extensive range of service alllocated within the premises. We equip a well-stocked pharmacy, surgery suite, digital x-ray, isolation units, intensive care units, oxygen support, diagnostic lab, ultrasonography, and a canine and feline blood bank.

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!

We're Looking For:

• A certified veterinary technician with an active license ispreferred, but experienced candidates with 2+ yearsof technician experience will be considered.
• Availability to work weekends is required.
• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member.
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work.
• 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.
• Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring.
• A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset

***This is a part-time position and weekend shift coverage is required***

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 background check.

*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/