Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

Thrive Miami; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources (Lyra Health)

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Subsidized backup childcare and elder 

Expert guidance for fertility and life

Free CE courses

Pet perks and veterinary discounts

Student loan support tools

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Miami is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine team in a busy, 24-hour specialty hospital in Miami, FL.

The role supports veterinarians, assists with diagnostics, and helps maintain patient flow across procedures, with a focus on quality care for complex cases.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical experience in a specialty service is required.
• CVT/LVT/RVT licensure preferred but not required.
• Internal Medicine or specialty experience is preferred.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist the Internal Medicine team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Prepare patients for diagnostics and procedures, including assessments, IV catheter placement, blood collection, and treatment prep.
• Monitor patients during sedation, treatments, and recovery.
• Assist with advanced diagnostic procedures per Florida Veterinary Practice Act.
• Support endoscopy, ultrasound, and other Internal Medicine procedures as directed by the medical team.
• Communicate with clients regarding health concerns, treatment plans, medications, and Thrive Membership options.
• Maintain accurate medical records in hospital systems.
• Obtain patient histories and client information.
• Use safe restraint techniques and uphold safety protocols.
• Maintain clean, organized labs and treatment areas.
• Mentor and support team members while contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Skills

1-2 years clinical experience

CVT/LVT/RVT preferred

Internal Medicine experience preferred

Veterinary assistants encouraged to ap

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

Job Description

Description

Veterinary Technician–Internal Medicine

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Miami

Miami, FL

Full-time-dayshift-4-10-hour shifts per week/NO on-call

About The Hospital

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Miami is a 24-hour specialty and emergency hospital located in Miami, Florida. Our hospital offers advanced specialty services including Behavior, Emergency and Critical Care/ ICU, Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Surgery/Orthopedics.

Our team values accountability, integrity, teamwork, and is committed to delivering the highest standard of veterinary medical care.

We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, serving Miami-Dade County and the surrounding South Florida community.

TPHS Miami is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine TEAM!

Our Internal Medicine department provides advanced diagnostic and therapeutic care for patients with complex medical conditions. The team collaborates closely with other services to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

About You

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us.

Your Experience & Skills

• Veterinary Technician licensure (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred, NOT required! Experienced Veterinary Assistants encouraged to apply!
• 1-2 years of clinical experience in a specialty service isrequired
• Internal Medicine or specialty experience preferred
• A degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Role Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients
• Assist the Internal Medicine team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow
• Prepare patients for diagnostics and procedures, including patient assessments, IV catheter placement, blood collection, and treatment preparation
• Monitor patients during sedation, treatments, and recovery
• Assist with advanced diagnostic procedures in accordance with Florida Veterinary Practice Act guidelines
• Support endoscopy, ultrasound, and other Internal Medicine procedures as directed by the medical team
• Communicate with clients regarding individualized pet health concerns, treatment plans, medications, and Thrive Membership options
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records utilizing hospital practice management systems
• Obtain relevant patient histories and client information
• Use safe restraint techniques and uphold hospital safety protocols
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary treatment and laboratory areas
• Mentor and support fellow team members while contributing to a positive hospital culture

You’ll Grow With Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

Benefits – Our Care In Action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive compensation: $22-30/hr
• Sign-on bonus: $2,000
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

*Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experien