Veterinary Assistant / Vet Technician

NewDay Veterinary Care; Coconut Creek (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Coconut Creek practice is seeking a Veterinary Assistant/Vet Technician to provide compassionate care and assist veterinarians. The role involves performing diagnostic imaging, maintaining medical records, and ensuring a positive experience for pets and their owners. Join a growing team focused on quality medicine and work-life balance, with ample opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Scholarships for Veterinary Technician certifications

Bring your pet to work with complimentary pet day camp

30 days of complimentary pet boarding

Discounted veterinary care and wellness plans for your pet

On-demand pay with DailyPay

Dog/Cat adoption assistance

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Fitness reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least six months of prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician.
• Comfortable with in-house hematology and chemistry equipment/reference lab.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality, compassionate care for patients and assist veterinarians.
• Perform diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and ultrasound.
• Maintain and update medical charts and administer medications.

Skills

Communication

Phlebotomy

Animal Handling

Education

Veterinary Technician licensure

Tools

Hematology equipment

Chemistry equipment

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Description

Our Coconut Creek practice in Florida is looking for a skilled Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to play an important role in our clinic. Our experienced doctors and staff perform a vast array of procedures, and we are looking for someone interested in this exciting, growth-oriented opportunity!

At NewDay Veterinary Care, we believe in delivering high quality medicine along with an exceptional client experience in a compassionate environment. With our innovative, comprehensive pet care experience, patients can experience veterinary care in a less stressful environment. A place where routine exams, diagnostics, vaccinations, and wellness programs are only a splash away from the pool and their best friends.

Located at Pet Paradise, NewDay Veterinary Care provides the highest level of care for our patients, while recognizing the importance of work-life balance and a team-oriented approach to medicine. With over 20 hospitals and growing, NewDay Veterinary Care aims to create a positive culture of engagement, community, partnership, and social relationships to maintain an environment fostering both personal and professional development.

Veterinary Assistant / Vet Technician

Essential Functions of the Veterinary Assistant/Technician include:

1. Provide quality, compassionate, best-in-class care for our patients, while also maximizing clinic productivity.
2. Assist veterinarians with examinations and properly handle animals before, during, and after procedures.
3. Perform diagnostic imaging such as x-rays, ultrasound, and CT scans.
4. Clean, sterilize, and prepare kennels, exam rooms, and equipment.
5. Maintain and update medical charts, administer medications and treatments, and care for animals during their visit.
6. Professionally communicate basic diagnoses (such as ear infections, skin infections, intestinal parasites, etc.) to pet parents.
7. Additional functions for qualified technicians: Perform dental prophylaxis, place IVCs, venipuncture, and assist with surgeries.

Qualifications:

• At least six months of prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician.
• Veterinary Technician licensure (RVT, LVT, CVT) preferred.
• Lab, medical records, and SOAP knowledge.
• Ability to read a fecal float, fecal direct, and ear/skin cytology.
• Comfortable with in-house hematology and chemistry equipment/reference lab.
• Knowledge of basic canine/feline vaccines and vital signs.
• Skilled in phlebotomy (cephalic and lateral saphenous, jugular; SQ, IM, and IV injections).
• Experience with dental prophylaxis.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Physical ability to handle animals that may scratch or bite, work in loud environments, lift up to 50 pounds, and remain in stationary or mobile positions for extended periods.

Perks & Benefits:

• Scholarships for Veterinary Technician certifications.
• Bring your pet to work with complimentary pet day camp.
• 30 days of complimentary pet boarding (non-holiday).
• Discounted veterinary care and wellness plans for your pet.
• On-demand pay with DailyPay.
• Dog/Cat adoption assistance.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (full-time).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Supplemental coverage options.
• 401(k) plan with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fitness reimbursement.

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