Veterinary Technician

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package: Up to $500

Health package

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kings Trail Animal Hospital in Jacksonville, FL seeks an experienced Veterinary Technician to support outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry. This full-time role balances exam room work, client communication, and hands-on procedural support, using your clinical knowledge and compassion to elevate patient care and client experience.

We value versatility and teamwork, offering a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for mentorship and professional

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring.
• Surgical assistance, aseptic technique, and patient handling/restraint.
• Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration.
• Radiology positioning, laboratory sample collection, and in-house diagnostics.
• Accurate medical record documentation and client education/communication.
• Strong critical thinking, multitasking, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Assist in surgery.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Identify patient concerns and support efficient case management across the hospital.
• Build strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Surgical assistance

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Radiology positioning

Medical records

Client education

Teamwork

Job description

Kings Trail Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value experienced technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assisting in surgery
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $19-22 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a flexible, full-time position with a 4/10 schedule, Monday–Friday, including a one-hour lunch. Availability is also needed every other Saturday, with a kennel shift rotation approximately every five weeks.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

1+ years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience

Proficiency in the following skills:

• Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
• Surgical assistance, aseptic technique, and patient handling/restraint
• Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration
• Radiology positioning, laboratory sample collection, and in-house diagnostics
• Accurate medical record documentation and client education/communication
• Strong critical thinking, multitasking, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care

Why choose Kings Trail Animal Hospital?

Kings Trail Animal Hospital is a well-established, full-service small animal practice in Jacksonville, FL, where great medicine and a great team culture go hand in hand. We’re currently a 2-doctor practice and excited to be growing to a 3-doctor team, making this a great time to join our hospital and grow alongside us!

Our team provides a wide range of services, including wellness care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and boarding, with access to modern technology such as digital radiology, ultrasound, in-house diagnostics, and advanced dental equipment.

What truly makes Kings Trail special is our people-first culture. We care just as much about the people within our practice as we do the patients and clients we serve. We want our team members to feel supported, appreciated, and excited about coming to work. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your current skills, learn something new, or continue advancing your veterinary career, we’re committed to mentorship, hands-on learning, and supporting your professional growth.

If you’re looking for a practice where you can build meaningful relationships, grow your skills, and be part of a team that genuinely cares about you, we’d love to welcome you to Kings Trail Animal Hospital!

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$19 - $22 USD

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