Relief Vet Tech: Part-Time, Flexible 8-16 hrs/wk

Animal Emergency of Pasco; Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching program

Paid vacation and sick time

Continuing education allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Animal Emergency of Pasco is seeking a part-time veterinary technician for on-site shifts, approximately 8–16 hours per week across 4–8 shifts per month. Responsibilities include patient nursing, lab work, imaging, anesthesia, and client communication.

Training and development opportunities are provided; weekend and some night availability preferred. Preference given to licensed technicians, but experienced candidates with 3+ years will be considered.

Qualifications

• Certified veterinary technician with active license preferred, but experienced candidates with 3+ years will be considered.
• High work ethic and positive attitude in a team.
• Punctuality and readiness to work.
• Weekend and weekday night availability.
• Exceptional customer service and precise communication.
• Interpret medical records and client history accurately.
• Knowledge of preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow.
• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress, safe manner.
• Proficient in sample collection (blood, urine, feces, skin).
• Proficient in radiographs positioning and anesthesia monitoring.
• Self-starter, eager to advance knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Restrain, triage, and nursing care for medical and hospitalized patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples; operate related equipment.
• Assist in diagnostic imaging and radiographs.
• Prepare for and assist in surgery and anesthesia management.
• Communicate treatment plans clearly to clients.
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient histories.

Skills

Veterinary technician

Laboratory procedures

Radiography

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Education

Active veterinary technician license

Job description

Animal Emergency of Pasco is seeking a part-time veterinary technician for on-site shifts, approximately 8–16 hours per week across 4–8 shifts per month. Responsibilities include patient nursing, lab work, imaging, anesthesia, and client communication.

Training and development opportunities are provided; weekend and some night availability preferred. Preference given to licensed technicians, but experienced candidates with 3+ years will be considered.