Veterinary Technician — Growth & Team‑Focused, Evening Shifts

Riverwalk Animal Hospital; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Em

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

CE Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement Program for AVMA

Referral Bonus Program

Additional Benefits

Job summary

Riverwalk Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team. You will provide safe, compassionate patient care and support hospital flow in a seven‑day operation with extended hours.

Late afternoon to evening shifts and at least one weekend day are required. The role includes restraining patients with low-stress techniques, assisting with imaging, collecting lab samples, maintaining records, and communicating treatment plans to clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year veterinary experience preferred.
• Strong animal restraint and handling skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Team-first attitude and willingness to support coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Restrain patients using low-stress handling techniques.
• Triaging veterinary patients and supporting efficient hospital flow.
• Collecting and processing laboratory samples.
• Obtaining accurate medical histories and maintaining patient records.
• Assisting with diagnostic imaging and processing radiographs.
• Providing nursing care for medical and hospitalized patients.
• Administering medications as directed by the veterinary team.
• Preparing patients for surgery and assisting with veterinary procedures.
• Monitoring patients during anesthesia and recovery.
• Communicating treatment plans and care instructions clearly with clients.

Skills

Patient care

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiography

Laboratory techniques

Communication

Tools

Radiography

Laboratory tests

Medical records

Job description

Riverwalk Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team. You will provide safe, compassionate patient care and support hospital flow in a seven‑day operation with extended hours.

Late afternoon to evening shifts and at least one weekend day are required. The role includes restraining patients with low-stress techniques, assisting with imaging, collecting lab samples, maintaining records, and communicating treatment plans to clients.