Veterinary Technician

American Veterinary Group (AVG); Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)

401k Match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental and maternity leave

Short-term and long-term disability options

Tuition assistance and reimbursement options

Job summary

The American Veterinary Group (AVG) is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to join the team at Forest Lakes Animal Clinic in Sarasota, Florida. This role involves assisting Veterinarians with patient care, performing technical skills like venipuncture and anesthesia monitoring, and providing excellent client service.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate dependability, possess a current state licensure, and be willing to work flexible hours. The position offers a range of benefits including health care options, paid time off, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, and positive communication skills.
• Prior experience preferred.
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians with animal examinations and procedures.
• Stock and prepare examination and surgery rooms.
• Administer medications and perform laboratory analysis.

Skills

Customer service experience

Ability to lift 40 lb

Current state licensure for Veterinary Technician

Job description

Position

Full‑Time Veterinary Technician

Department

General Practice Hospitals

Location

Forest Lakes Animal Clinic

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 assists Veterinarians in the care of animals, supports initial examinations, restrains animals when necessary, stocks examination and surgery rooms, sterilizes tools, and ensures equipment is in working order. Technical skills include venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration and monitoring, dental prophylaxis, radiography, medication administration, laboratory analysis, and client education. The Veterinary Technician also communicates with clients and updates patient files.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians with animal examinations and procedures.
• Restrict animals during procedures when necessary.
• Stock and prepare examination and surgery rooms.
• Sterilize tools and maintain equipment.
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration and monitoring.
• Conduct dental prophylaxis and radiography.
• Administer medications and perform laboratory analysis.
• Provide client education and update patient records.

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, and healthy, positive communication skills, and can multi‑task in a hands‑on environment.
• Energetic, people‑and‑pet oriented, with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills.
• Compassionate and caring.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including weekends.
• Can work individually and as part of a team.
• Self‑starter who can complete daily tasks without constant direction.
• Prior experience preferred.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Prior customer service experience.
• Ability to lift 40 lb.
• Regular on‑site presence required for patient care, response to time‑sensitive needs, collaboration with clinical teams, and maintenance of safety.
• Current state licensure in good standing for Veterinary Technician roles.

Eligibility and Requirements

Applicants with veterinary experience that are not credentialed Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to apply. We have opportunities for veterinary professionals of all skill levels and will assign appropriate roles such as Senior Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Assistant, or other suitable positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Paid parental leave and maternity leave
• One 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