Veterinary Technician / Assistant

CareVet; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary services provider is seeking a Veterinary Technician / Assistant in Jacksonville, FL. This entry-level position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. The ideal candidate will assist with patient care, manage medical records, and support veterinary procedures.

Benefits

Competitive base pay plus revenue share bonus

Best-in-class medical, vision, and dental insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Free continuing education

Mental health support

Qualifications

• 1-2 years related experience and/or training preferred.
• Registered Veterinary Technicians are preferred.
• Open to training the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Checks patient medical records and enters data.
• Administers medications and monitors vital signs.
• Assists the doctor during exams and procedures.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

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Jacksonville, FL

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Checks patient medical records for past histories, enters in computer and files.
• Takes medical histories and vital signs of patients.*
• Maintains client educational material in an efficient manner.*
• Admits and discharges patients.*
• Takes, processes and logs prescription refills in-house, call out pharmacy and online pharmacy.*
• Monitoring hospital patients and logging vital signs.*
• Administering medications to patients as needed.*
• Placing catheters and performing blood draws.*
• Restraining and assisting the doctor during exams, treatments, and anesthesia procedures.*
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stoop, bend, and stand on feet for long periods.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The employee must be able to multi-task. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Registered Veterinary Technicians in [STATE] are preferred, not necessarily required. We are open and willing to train the right candidate.

Benefits include:

• Competitive base pay plus revenue share bonus program!
• Best-in-class medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Free continuing education
• Mental health support
• And more!

Additional details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Veterinary Services