Veterinary Technician - Patient Care, Growth & Benefits

Animal Hospital of Dunedin; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Professional Development

Employee Pet Discount

Job summary

Animal Hospital of Dunedin is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our team in Florida. The role involves assisting veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, while maintaining compassionate handling of animals and clear client communication.

Qualified candidates will have at least one year of veterinary experience, familiarity with common diseases, and knowledge of hospital safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience is required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.

Skills

Veterinary experience (1 year)

Animal handling

Client communication

Lab basics

Job description

Animal Hospital of Dunedin is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our team in Florida. The role involves assisting veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery, while maintaining compassionate handling of animals and clear client communication.

Qualified candidates will have at least one year of veterinary experience, familiarity with common diseases, and knowledge of hospital safety guidelines.