Weekend Veterinary Technician - Patient Care & Diagnostics

New Smyrna Beach Animal Medical Center; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k & matching

Paid vacation and sick time

Continuing Education allowance

Tuition reimbursement program

Referral bonus program

Job summary

New Smyrna Beach Animal Medical Center is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team for weekend coverage. You will support veterinarians, perform restraint, assist with diagnostics, imaging, anesthesia, and surgical procedures while delivering compassionate care to our patients.

This role emphasizes teamwork, high-quality client communication, and adherence to hospital protocols in a fast-paced setting. Weekends required with potential for additional shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of professional veterinary technician experience.
• Proficiency in safe animal restraint techniques and low-stress handling.
• Experience with collecting and analyzing laboratory samples.
• Experience with radiographic positioning and diagnostic imaging.
• Competency in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
• Strong client communication and medical record management skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures and hospital operations.

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals using safe, low-stress methods during exams and procedures.
• Triage incoming patients and assess medical needs.
• Collect, prepare and analyze lab samples (blood, urine, feces, etc.).
• Assist with radiographic and ultrasound procedures.
• Prepare surgical sites and assist during surgeries.
• Administer anesthesia and monitor patients through procedures.
• Communicate treatment plans and updates clearly to clients.
• Maintain accurate medical records and hospital documentation.

Skills

Restraint techniques

Lab sample analysis

Radiographic imaging

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Medical records management

Team collaboration

Job description

New Smyrna Beach Animal Medical Center is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team for weekend coverage. You will support veterinarians, perform restraint, assist with diagnostics, imaging, anesthesia, and surgical procedures while delivering compassionate care to our patients.

This role emphasizes teamwork, high-quality client communication, and adherence to hospital protocols in a fast-paced setting. Weekends required with potential for additional shifts as needed.