Veterinary Technician

BAY MOORINGS ANIMAL HOSPITAL; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Continuing education credits

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Bay Moorings Animal Hospital in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician (licensed or unlicensed) to join a growing small animal practice. Candidates should be dependable, team-oriented, and dedicated to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians, administering medications, taking radiographs, prepping for surgery, and maintaining records. Competitive pay and benefits available; CE credits and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience is required.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT) preferred, but not required.
• Strong technical skills in anesthesia, diagnostics, venipuncture, and patient handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, treatments and client education.
• Administer medications, vaccines and IV fluids.
• Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters and run laboratory tests.
• Take and process radiographs.
• Prepare patients for surgery, monitor anesthesia and support recovery.
• Assist with dental procedures and patient monitoring.
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate treatment plans with clients.
• Provide attentive care and monitoring for hospitalized patients.
• Help maintain inventory, equipment and treatment areas.
• Support doctors and the hospital team throughout the day.

Skills

Anesthesia

Diagnostics

Venipuncture

Patient handling

Tools

Radiography

Job description

Bay Moorings Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician (licensed or unlicensed) to join our growing small animal practice. We’re looking for a skilled, dependable, team-oriented technician who is confident in their abilities and takes pride in providing excellent patient care. Experience is required, but credentialing is not.

• Beautiful, newer veterinary hospital located in St. Petersburg, FL
• Community-focused practice with a true neighborhood-hospital feel
• Modern hospital design with excellent equipment and updated treatment spaces
• Well-equipped for high-quality diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and patient care
• Conveniently located directly next to Maximo Marina
• Close to waterfront areas, restaurants, shops, parks, and everything that makes St. Petersburg such a great place to live and work
• Growing hospital with opportunities for technicians to be hands-on and highly involved in patient care
• Team-focused environment where communication, collaboration, and patient care are priorities

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and client education
• Administer medications, vaccines, and IV fluids
• Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, and run laboratory tests
• Take and process radiographs
• Prepare patients for surgery, monitor anesthesia, and support recovery
• Assist with dental procedures and patient monitoring
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate treatment plans with clients
• Provide attentive care and monitoring for hospitalized patients
• Help maintain inventory, equipment, and treatment areas
• Support doctors and the hospital team throughout the day
• Take an active role in patient care and help keep the hospital running efficiently

What We’re Looking For

• Previous Veterinary Technician experience is required
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT) preferred, but not required
• Experienced, unlicensed Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to apply
• Strong technical skills in anesthesia, diagnostics, venipuncture, and patient handling
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized
• Comfortable working independently while also being a strong team player
• Strong communication and client-service skills
• Dependable, professional, and accountable
• Passion for patient care and a genuine desire to be an active part of the team

Schedule

• Full-Time or Part-Time opportunities available
• Current hospital hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
• No Saturday hours currently
• Hospital is closed daily from 12:00–1:00 PM for lunch
• As the hospital continues to grow, Saturday availability will be required in the future

• Competitive pay based on experience and skill level
• Employee pet care benefits
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Modern hospital with excellent equipment and resources
• Beautiful, comfortable work environment
• Opportunity to grow with a newer, expanding hospital
• Supportive, team-focused workplace

Why Join Bay Moorings Animal Hospital?

Bay Moorings offers the opportunity to join a growing hospital where your experience and skills will truly be utilized. Our beautiful, modern hospital is equipped with excellent resources, while our neighborhood location creates a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere for both our clients and our team.

And the location is hard to beat. Situated right next to Maximo Marina, you’ll work just minutes from the waterfront, local restaurants, parks, shopping, and all that St. Petersburg has to offer.

If you’re looking for a Veterinary Technician role where you can be hands-on, utilize your skills, work with a great team, and grow alongside a newer hospital in an incredible St. Petersburg location, we encourage you to apply.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

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If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.