Veterinary Technician - Island Animal Clinic- FL

Veterinary Innovative Partners; Holmes Beach (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 160 hours

Comprehensive medical benefits

401k with company match

Student debt assistance

Mentorship program

Specialty training opportunities

Health benefits for pet family

Mental health resources

Paid time off

Job summary

Island Animal Clinic, part of Veterinary Innovative Partners, seeks a veterinary technician to support clinicians in examinations, surgeries, and diagnostics. You will care for hospitalized patients, educate pet owners, and maintain medical records in a collaborative, animal-loving environment.

Enjoy weekends off with a clinic-focused schedule and opportunities for mentorship, advancement, and benefits. This role requires compassion, dexterity, and a passion for animal welfare.

Qualifications

• Must have previous veterinary technician experience.
• Ability to handle animals with care, even the stressed-out ones.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, juggling tasks like a pro.
• Comfortable using veterinary software for records and documentation.
• Physically fit to handle animals of all sizes - up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with patient examinations, procedures, and surgeries, ensuring equipment and supplies are prepared.
• Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized and recovering patients, including wound management and fluid therapy.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment.
• Communicate with pet owners, explain treatment plans and provide updates on patient status.
• Maintain accurate patient records, treatment plans, and medical histories.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and staff to ensure seamless patient care and client service.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Vet software literacy

Tools

Veterinary software

Job description

You're not just passionate about animals; you're obsessed. It's time to find a workplace that matches your dedication.

Welcome to Island Animal Clinic

where your passion meets exceptional benefits, quirky colleagues, and a whole lot of pet love.

You've dreamt of a career where every day feels like playtime with furry friends. We're committed to keeping that dream alive, even when the going gets tough. Our mission? To provide you, our valued team member, with all the support, resources, and autonomy you need to thrive – personally and professionally.

About Our Clinic

Island Animal Clinic is located on Holmes Beach, off of scenic Anna Maria Island. Our clinic is dedicated to pampering pets throughout the Anna Maria Island and Bradenton area, because we know that healthy pets mean happy people. From advanced diagnostic tools to a team that feels more like family, Palma Sola and Safe Harbor Animal Clinics are where care meets compassion.

Our clinic is only open Monday through Friday, so enjoy your weekends off!

But wait, there's more!

Life Beyond the Clinic

Work-life balance isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a way of life here in Bradenton, Florida. Picture yourself living just minutes away from the stunning beaches of Anna Maria Island or a short drive to the Gulf Coast.

When you're ready to unwind, you can swap your scrubs for paddleboards, as Bradenton offers easy access to boating, kayaking, and fishing on Palma Sola Bay. Prefer a peaceful retreat? Explore the beautiful nature trails at Robinson Preserve or soak in the sunshine at the nearby Gulf beaches. Bradenton is the perfect place for enjoying the great outdoors, with endless opportunities for waterfront relaxation and adventure.

A Day in the Life

Responsibilities

• Patient Care and Medical Support:
  • Assist veterinarians with patient examinations, procedures, and surgeries, ensuring all equipment and supplies are prepared and ready.
  • Administer medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Perform various laboratory tests, including bloodwork, urinalysis, and diagnostic imaging.
• Nursing and Rehabilitation:
  • Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized and recovering patients, including wound management, IV catheterization, and fluid therapy.
  • Educate pet owners on post-operative care, medication administration, and disease management.
• Diagnostic and Therapeutic Equipment:
  • Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment
• Client Interaction and Education:
  • Communicate with pet owners, explain treatment plans, providing updates on patient status, and addressing any questions or concerns.
  • Educate clients on preventive care, nutrition, and proper handling techniques.
• Record Keeping and Documentation:
  • Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, treatment plans, and medical histories.
  • Ensure timely and complete documentation in accordance with veterinary standards.
• Team Collaboration and Leadership:
  • Collaborate effectively with veterinarians, other veterinary technicians, and support staff to ensure seamless patient care and client service.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to veterinary assistants and other team members.

Skills & Requirements

• Must have previous veterinary technician experience.
• Ability to handle animals with care, even the stressed-out ones.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, juggling tasks like a pro.
• Comfortable using veterinary software for records and documentation.
• Physically fit to handle animals of all sizes- up to 50lbs.

Perks + Benefits

Compensation: Pay $17-23 an hour to commensurate with experience

• Full time teammates receive 160hr of PTO
• Comprehensive medical benefits (health, dental, vision, life) and 401k with company match
• Student debt assistance because we've been there too.
• Personalized mentorship to nurture your growth.
• Specialty training opportunities to level up your skills.
• Industry-leading health benefits for you and your furry family.
• Mental health resources because your well-being matters.
• Ample paid time off to recharge and explore.

Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP) is a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals across twelve states. VIP is guided by a mission to provide veterinarians and their teams with all the resources, mentorship, and autonomy they need to thrive personally and professionally while giving pets the best possible care.

Join the VIP family, where our team members are our top priority to ensure best-in-class personalized care, ownership and accountability, trust, and an exceptional work environment

Stay connected with VIP

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