Veterinary Nurse / Technician - No Weekends - No Late Nights

SPCA Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Nurse to join their compassionate team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment, free from late-night shifts and weekends, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. You'll engage with a diverse range of cases, utilizing state-of-the-art technology to provide top-notch care for animals. With a focus on professional growth, this position allows you to enhance your skills while making a significant impact on the lives of pets and their owners. If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and looking for a long-term career, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance

403B Retirement Plan

Pet Discounts

Continuing Education Allowance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Bereavement Pay

Jury Duty Pay

Qualifications

• Must love animals and care about people.
• Experience as a veterinary technician is preferred.
• Ability to perform blood draws and IV catheterization.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient and client care.
• Assist veterinarians in exams and treatments.
• Perform essential technical skills and nursing care.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Clinical Laboratory Tests

Radiograph Positioning

Medication Administration

Humane Restraint Techniques

Fast-Paced Environment Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Eagerness to Learn

Education

CVA Graduate from AVMA-accredited Program

Tools

Ultrasonography

In-house Laboratory

Digital Dental Radiology

Job description

Veterinary Nurse / Technician - No Weekends - No Late Nights

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This range is provided by SPCA Florida. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$17.00/hr - $21.00/hr

We are committed to improving the lives of animals! Our passion is to help you grow your career and future in Veterinary Medicine. We aim to recruit the best talent and create exceptional employee experiences, where every team member plays a role in making a positive impact on animal lives.

Our technicians have key responsibilities that include comprehensive case management, client education and communication, as well as performing essential technical skills and providing nursing care. Our state-of-the-art facilities are equipped with advanced technology, including ultrasonography, an in-house laboratory provided by IDEXX, an on-site pharmacy, and digital dental radiology, among other tools.

Why choose us?

• A place to grow: Our commitment to training and medical advancement means you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and knowledge, as well as providing a path for advancing your career. At SPCA Florida, your passion for medicine and compassion for animals are matched with a commitment to your professional growth. You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload and meet compassionate pet owners.
• A supportive team: At each shift, you’ll find colleagues ready to work together — we’ll be here when you need an extra hand, a moment to laugh, or a shoulder to cry on. We celebrate all accomplishments, personally and professionally. Our high-performing team looks forward to solving problems, winning, and having fun together.
• Work-life balance: NO late-night shifts and NO weekends! We want you home with your family and friends. We are committed to offering a benefits package that supports your life, well-being, and the care you give our patients every day. Veterinary medicine is your calling, but you deserve a life outside of work.

We are seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician with the following skills:

• Must Love Animals and Care about People.
• Preferred but not required: CVT Graduate from an AVMA-accredited program and/or experience as a veterinary assistant/technician.
• Ability to take radiographs and proper positioning.
• Capability to complete clinical laboratory tests.
• Proficiency in humane restraint techniques for various procedures.
• Ability to administer medications, perform blood draws, and IV catheterization.
• Experience working as a veterinary technician in an established practice.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn, initiative, and understanding of vaccine protocols.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• The CVA online program is offered at no cost to team members as a benefit.

As a Veterinary Nurse, you will provide compassionate patient and client care while assisting veterinarians in the exam room and treatment floor. We seek a caring, self-motivated individual who enjoys interacting with clients and colleagues, and who is looking for a long-term career. We are devoted to providing the best care possible, treating patients with love and attention, similar to how we care for our own pets.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• 403B retirement plan
• Pet Discounts
• Continuing education allowance and professional development
• Paid time off, with rollover options
• Holiday, Bereavement, and Jury Duty Pay

At SPCA Florida, we balance professional expertise with a positive work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace, with background checks.