Veterinary Technician

Orange County Government; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Floating holidays

PTO

Longevity bonus

Low-cost health benefits

Life insurance for family

Retirement plan (FRS)

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Orange County Government in Orlando is seeking a veterinary technician to assist veterinarians in providing timely medical care for shelter pets. You will help with pre-operative, surgical, and post-operative tasks while maintaining clean, safe clinic spaces and accurate digital records.

The role supports an animal-services team focused on welfare, collaboration, and flexible, cooperative work. A high school diploma and experience with the public, including veterinary settings, are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of experience interacting with the public, including at least six months in a veterinary technician position.
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the prep room and surgery room, including setup of oxygen, vaccines, and diagnostic tools.
• Sedate and prep animals for surgery.
• Monitor animals before, during, and after surgery.
• Clean and sanitizes clinic areas, kennels, and surgical instruments.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians.
• Document veterinary care and relevant case details in digital systems.
• Provide information on clinic services and support Animal Services’ mission.

Skills

Public interaction

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Job Description

General Functions

This key position assists veterinarians in ensuring shelter pets receive prompt and proper medical care and continued monitoring for individual health and welfare. Responsibilities span pre-operative, surgical, and post-operative care, including technical tasks, data entry, client communication, and sanitation duties. This role is integral to the effectiveness of the clinic team and the overall shelter operation. The clinic fosters a respectful, supportive environment that emphasizes flexibility and cooperation. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Clinic Supervisor or other supervisory personnel. Work is reviewed and evaluated for satisfactory performance.

Representative Duties/Assignments

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties; it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.

• Prepares the prep room and surgery room, including setup of oxygen, vaccines, and diagnostic tools.
• Sedates and preps animals for surgery.
• Monitors animals before, during, and after surgery.
• Cleans and sanitizes clinic areas, kennels, and surgical instruments.
• Administers medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians.
• Releases animals to fosters, rescues, or adopters and provides instructions on post-operative care and Division policies.
• Documents veterinary care, staff communications, and relevant case details in digital systems.
• Provides information on clinic services and supports the mission and vision of Animal Services.
• May assist on the mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic and drives the mobile unit.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

One (1) year of experience interacting with the public, including at least six (6) months in a veterinary technician position.

An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted.

Preferences

Ability to safely and effectively restrain large dogs and cats, communicate clearly with coworkers and the public, and follow veterinary instructions accurately.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 10/10/2026

Close Date: This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 011 - From $19.57 to $24.85

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

This position is located at Orange County Animal Services located in Orlando, Florida

Notes

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.