Veterinary Technician

American Veterinary Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Discounted veterinary care

Scrub allowance

Training and development

Job summary

American Veterinary Group seeks a Veterinary Technician for Circle of Life Animal Hospital in a fast-paced, multi-doctor practice. The role emphasizes assisting veterinarians, restraining animals during exams, stocking rooms, sterilizing tools, and maintaining equipment while providing excellent client service.

The ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, can multi-task, and is willing to work weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with animals in a hospital setting.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and assist during exams.
• Strong communication and patient service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in animal examinations and care.
• Restrict animals during examinations when necessary.
• Stock examination and surgery rooms with supplies and maintain equipment.
• Update patient files and provide client education.

Skills

Customer service experience

Lift 40 lbs

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Circle of Life Animal Hospital

Reporting To: Practice Manager

Description

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

The Senior Veterinary Assistant is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Senior Veterinary Assistant 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 may include, but are not limited to, and are subject to state limitations: venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration, anesthesia monitoring, dental prophy, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education. Senior Veterinary Assistant's 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
• Be compassionate/caring
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends
• Prior experience working with animals in a HOSPITAL setting
• This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. 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.

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

• Prior Customer Service Experience
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity 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