Veterinary Technician

Kehoe Animal Clinic; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package up to $500

Health package: Medical, dental, and视觉

Life insurance and disability

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kehoe Animal Clinic in Melbourne, FL seeks an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team and support exceptional client and patient experiences across hospital care. You will participate in exams, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures, handling patients with care and assisting veterinarians throughout all stages of visits.

The role offers a 4/10 schedule with no weekend shifts, competitive hourly pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary assistant, animal care, kennel, or related role preferred
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint, patient histories, weights, and vital signs
• Assist with exams, treatments, surgical setup/assistance, and inpatient care
• Phlebotomy, SQ injections, laboratory sample collection, and basic diagnostics
• Radiology positioning and imaging support
• Accurate medical record documentation with strong attention to detail
• Excellent teamwork, client communication, time management, and commitment to exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Build positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Skills

Safe animal handling

Patient histories

Weights and vital signs

Exam assistance

Surgical setup

Inpatient care

Phlebotomy

SQ injections

Lab sample collection

Basic diagnostics

Radiology positioning

Imaging support

Accurate medical records

Teamwork

Client communication

Time management

Patient care

Job description

Kehoe Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile technician who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $18-22 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a flexible, full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday, No weekends.

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 assistant, animal care, kennel, or related role preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Safe animal handling and restraint, patient histories, weights, and vital signs
  • Assist with exams, treatments, surgical setup/assistance, and inpatient care
  • Phlebotomy, SQ injections, laboratory sample collection, and basic diagnostics
  • Radiology positioning and imaging support
  • Accurate medical record documentation with strong attention to detail
  • Excellent teamwork, client communication, time management, and commitment to exceptional patient care

Why choose Kehoe Animal Clinic?

Located on Florida's beautiful Space Coast, Kehoe Animal Clinic is a welcoming,growingcompanion animal practice known for delivering high-quality, affordable care in a warm, team-focused environment. With the recent addition of another veterinarian to our team, we are continuing to expand and are excited to welcome new team members who are passionate about providing exceptional patient care. We offer a wide range of services, including wellness care, dentistry, surgery, acupuncture, and laser therapy in a modern, well-equipped facility.

Our culture is built on compassion, teamwork, mentorship, and growth. We strive to create a workplace where every team member feels supported, respected, and empowered to develop their skills and advance their career.

If you're looking for a clinic that feels like home—where your voice matters, your skills are valued, and you'll have opportunities to grow alongside a thriving team,we would love to meet you.

No weekends. Supportive team. Growing practice. Room to grow.

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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

$18 - $22 USD

Kehoe Animal Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.