Veterinary Technician

veterinarypracticepartners; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Professional development

Job summary

Veterinary Practice Partners is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients in Jacksonville, FL. The role supports veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, and involves accurate medical records and medication dispensing.

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

Qualifications

• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledge of common disease states and ability to alert veterinarians to changes.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and 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 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.

Skills

Animal care

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Compassion

Tools

DEA compliance

OSHA compliance

Hospital safety guidelines

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $18.00-$23.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience

Schedule: 35-40 hours per week with a rotating schedule

Veterinary Practice Partners is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to 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 Vet Tech with Veterinary Practice Partners

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities

Key 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 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:

• 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.

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.