Veterinary Technician

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Merrifield; Florida; On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development

Pet discount

Job summary

Parkland Animal Clinic in Parkland, Florida is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery. The successful candidate will have at least 1 year of veterinary experience and the ability to handle animals safely while communicating clearly with clients.

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) plan, professional development opportunities, and an employee pet discount.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year veterinary experience.
• Ability to safely handle and restrain animals.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

1 year veterinary experience

Animal handling

Client communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Lab work

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $21 - $24 per hour, determined by the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position averaging 32–38 hours per week. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Saturday availability is required, and candidates must be flexible to work shifts within our operating hours.

Parkland Animal Clinic is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician toprovide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients.Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees


• Professional development opportunities


• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

**KeyResponsibilities:**

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.


• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.


• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates


• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.


• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.


• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.


• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience is required.


• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.


• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.


• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Parkland Animal Clinic

Parkland Animal Clinic is a full-service veterinary practice in Parkland, Florida, caring for pets from Parkland, Boca West, Coral Springs, Coconut Creek, and beyond. We believe great care starts with understanding the whole pet, not just today’s symptoms. Our team tailors every plan to each pet’s needs and life stage, from preventive visits and nutrition guidance to dentistry, surgery, laser therapy, radiology, and senior care.

Our clients tell us they love our team’s compassion, thoroughness, and willingness to take extra time with nervous pets. If you share our love for animals and want to work in a warm, collaborative clinic where you can practice high-quality medicine, we’d love to meet you.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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