Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and 401(k)

Job summary

Orlando Vets- Alafaya Trail in Oviedo, FL is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled patient care and exceptional service to clients.

The ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

Qualifications

• Must hold Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledge of common disease states and ability to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Communicate care instructions and status updates to clients.
• Perform lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain 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

Animal care experience

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Education

LVT certification

Tools

Radiographs

Lab equipment

Job description

Salary: $18.00-$21.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience

Schedule: Full-time, 8AM-5:30PM, Saturdays 8AM-2PM

Orlando Vets- Alafaya Trail is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technicianto provide 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 as a Licensed Vet Tech with Orlando Vets- Alafaya Trail

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees

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:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
• 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 Orlando Vets- Alafaya Trail

Alafaya Trail Animal Hospital in Oviedo, FL stands out for several reasons. First and foremost, our unwavering dedication to providing exceptional veterinary care sets us apart. With a team of skilled professionals passionate about animal health and well-being, we prioritize the needs of our furry patients and their families.

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.