Veterinary Technician

PriorityPet Urgent Care of St Augustine; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401k & matching program

Paid vacation & sick time

Tuition assistance

Career development opportunities

Referral bonus program

Job summary

PriorityPet Urgent Care of St Augustine is seeking a veterinary technician to assist in medical and hospitalized patients, perform imaging and anesthesia monitoring, and communicate treatment plans with clients.

Responsibilities include lab sample handling, radiographs, and surgical preparation. Weekend availability and strong customer service are essential; 1 year experience preferred or CVT/RVT/LVT bonus.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience preferred.
• CVT/RVT/LVT a bonus.
• Weekend availability required.
• Excellent customer service and communication.

Responsibilities

• Restrain pets in a safe, low-stress manner.
• Triage and assist medical and hospitalized patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples; prepare tests.
• Perform and assist with diagnostic imaging.
• Administer medications and monitor anesthesia.

Skills

Team player

Punctual

Weekend availability

Customer service

Medical records interpretation

Preventative care

Pet restraint

Sample collection

Radiography

Anesthesia monitoring

Self-starter

Feedback reception

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT bonus

Tools

Radiography equipment

Lab equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications:

We're looking for:

• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
• A minimum of 1-year experience preferred, CVT/RVT/LVT a bonus
• Weekend availability
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
• Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
• Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
• Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
• Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
• Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
• Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
• A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset
• Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.