Veterinary Technician

American Veterinary Group (AVG); New Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join their dynamic team in a fast-paced animal hospital. This role offers the chance to provide exceptional care to animals while working closely with a team of professionals. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians during examinations, managing patient records, and ensuring the highest standards of care. With a focus on professional growth, this position provides numerous benefits, including health care options, paid time off, and opportunities for tuition assistance. If you're passionate about animal care and looking for a supportive work environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Care Plan

401k Match

Generous paid time off

Paid Parental Leave

Work/Life Balance day off

Disability options

Discounted Veterinary Care

Scrub allowance

Professional growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Veterinary Technician or have relevant experience.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians in animal care and examinations.
• Manage patient files and communicate with pet owners.

Skills

Customer Service Experience

Ability to lift 40 lbs.

State Licensure for Veterinary Technician

Ability to read in-house cytologies

Proficiency in taking radiographs

Blood draws on multiple sites

SOAP notes

Basic medical terminology

Patient histories

Monitoring sedated patients

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification

Tools

Avimark

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Description

Our hospital is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.

The Veterinary Technician is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Technician helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools, and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Technical skills will include, but are not limited to: venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration and monitoring, dental prophy, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education. Veterinary Technicians also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
• Energetic, people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
• Compassionate and caring
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without constant supervision
• Prior experience preferred

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

• Prior Customer Service Experience
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Current state licensure in good standing for Veterinary Technician roles
• Ability to read in-house cytologies of various types (fecal floats/directs, ear cytologies, urinalysis, etc.)
• Proficiency in taking radiographs and understanding anatomical views
• Ability to perform blood draws on multiple sites
• Ability to read and input SOAP notes
• Knowledge of Avimark (not required)
• Basic understanding of medical terminology and medications
• Ability to take patient histories and relay information to Veterinarians
• Ability to monitor sedated and anesthetized patients (not required)
• Understanding of medical tools (not required)
• Ability to retrieve cystocentesis samples (not required)
• Ability to multitask in stressful situations
• Experience in emergency cases (not required)

*Applicants with veterinary experience that are not Credentialed Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to still apply. We have opportunities for veterinary professionals of all skill levels and will assign you accordingly, whether as a Senior Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Assistant, or other roles.*

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave
• One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Supplemental insurance options
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Scrub allowance
• Hands-on and E-training
• Professional growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students
• Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Veterinary Services

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