Veterinary Technician

Ranch Animal Hospital; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Continuing Education and Professional

Career Growth Opportunities

Mental Health and Wellness Resources

Employee Assistance Program

HeadStart Student Loan Assistance for

Job summary

Ranch Animal Hospital in Bradenton, FL is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our small animal general practice team. You will support veterinarians in exams, diagnostics, and client education while delivering compassionate care.

With at least two years of veterinary clinical experience, you’ll thrive in a fast-paced hospital that values teamwork, accuracy, and low-stress handling. This is a full-time position with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of veterinary clinical experience.
• Confidence working in a busy hospital environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians across exams, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Assist in exam room appointments and client communication.
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and sample collection.
• Process in-house laboratory diagnostics and maintain medical records.
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures and anesthesia support.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and assist with imaging and radiographs.

Skills

Small animal medicine

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Client communication

Laboratory diagnostics

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Bradenton, Florida

Compensation: $19.00 - $21.00 / hour

Description

Grow Your Skills. Build Relationships. Make a Difference at Ranch.

Ranch Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our small animal general practice team in Bradenton, Florida.

If you're a Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Nurse, or Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)who enjoys combining hands-on patient care with meaningful client relationships, Ranch offers an opportunity to do more than simply get through the day. You'll work alongside a collaborative veterinary team, contribute to high-quality medicine, and build lasting relationships with the pets and families who trust us with their care.

We're looking for someone with at least 2 years of veterinary clinical experience who is confident in a busy hospital environment and ready to bring their skills, judgment, and personality to a team that values them.

What You'll Do

As a Veterinary Technician, you will support veterinarians and ensure high-quality patient care across all phases of treatment.

Exam Room & Patient Care

• Obtain patient history, vitals, and medical records
• Assist in exam room appointments and client communication
• Provide patient restraint and handling for small animals
• Educate clients on treatment plans and discharge instructions

Clinical & Technical Skills

• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and sample collection
• Run and process in-house laboratory diagnostics
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and records

Surgical & Anesthesia Support

• Assist with surgical and dental procedures
• Monitor patients during anesthesia and recovery
• Prepare surgical instruments and maintain sterile technique

Hospital Support

• Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes
• Assist with radiographs and diagnostic imaging
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment area

The Technician We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who brings clinical confidence, compassion, and a genuine passion for patient and client care. You'll be a strong fit if you are:

• Experienced in small animal veterinary medicine
• Confident with restraint, venipuncture, IVC placement, and exam room workflow
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable prioritizing in a fast-paced hospital
• A strong communicator who works well with clients, patients, and teammates
• Comfortable working independently while knowing when to ask for support
• Committed to low-stress, compassionate patient handling
• Comfortable handling animals of varying sizes, temperaments, and medical conditions, including fearful or fractious patients
• A positive teammate who wants to contribute to a strong hospital culture

Veterinary medicine is active, hands-on work. This position requires the ability to lift, carry, and restrain animals up to 50 pounds with assistance available for heavier patients; stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and reach throughout a shift; and safely handle patients in a busy clinical environment. You'll also perform tasks such as cleaning, disinfecting, stocking, instrument preparation, and maintaining treatment areas, while using computers and electronic medical records. The role includes routine exposure to animal hair, dander, bodily fluids, medications, cleaning products, and other veterinary materials, with PPE and appropriate safety protocols used as required.

Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Credentialed Veterinary Technicians (CVT/LVT/RVT) are encouraged to apply. Experience with surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, radiology, Fear Free/low-stress handling, or urgent care is a plus.

Why Ranch Animal Hospital?

At Ranch, we believe great veterinary medicine starts with a great team.

You’ll join a community-focused general practice where your work matters—to the patients you care for, the clients you build relationships with, and the teammates who count on you. We want our technicians to continue developing their clinical skills while having the support, trust, and collaboration needed to build a long-term career in veterinary medicine.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical skills, grow as a credentialed technician, or simply find a hospital where you can feel connected to your team and community, Ranch Animal Hospital offers room to grow.

Compensation and Benefits

$19.00–$21.00/hour, negotiable based on experience, technical skills, and credentials.

Full-time team members enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Continuing Education and Professional Development
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Mental Health and Wellness Resources
• Employee Assistance Program
• HeadStart Student Loan Assistance for eligible credentialed veterinary technicians

Ready to Find Your Next Veterinary Home?

If you're an experienced Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Nurse, or CVT looking for a general practice where you can use your skills, build relationships, and grow alongside a supportive team, we'd love to meet you.

Join Ranch Animal Hospital in Bradenton and find a team where your experience, ideas, and commitment to veterinary medicine are valued.

Bring your skills. Build your career. Find your Ranch.