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Veterinary Technician

Job Title: Veterinary Technician

Location: 14471 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32250

Position Type: Full-time

Schedule: 3 weekdays and 1 weekend day or 2 weekdays and 2 weekend days (Clinic is open M-F 7am-7pm, Sat 8am-5pm, Sun 9am-5pm)

Compensation: $17-$20 hourly, based on experience

Benefits: Health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, continuing education stipend, scrub allowance, staff pet discounts, and more!

Position Overview: The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, provide nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, oversee triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Qualifications:

  • Education: High school diploma or GED.
  • Experience: Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
  • Licensing: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred.
  • Skills: Proficiency in clinical skills such as anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, radiology, and patient care.
  • Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly communicate with clients and team members. A focus on client education and helping owners make informed decisions.
  • Compassion & Empathy: Strong dedication to providing fear-free, compassionate care to animals, as well as showing empathy and respect toward clients and colleagues.
  • Attention to Detail: Ability to multitask, stay organized, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us? Join a compassionate, high-quality veterinary team where you can grow professionally, provide exceptional care, and make a difference in the lives of animals and their families. Our clinic utilizes advanced diagnostic testing such as digital radiographs, dental radiographs, and computed tomography. In addition to routine veterinary care and surgical procedures, our doctors provide a variety of other services such as acupuncture, endoscopy, rhinoscopy, and exotic pet care. Our team is energetic, hardworking, and passionate about animal health and the human-animal bond.

 

PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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Why Consider Our Jacksonville Hospital?

At Pet Doctors of America, our team members all share the same passion for making and keeping animals healthy.

Our hospital truly is an excellent place to work, with a highly skilled team focused on 'best in practice' veterinary care.

We are very supportive of individuals looking to grow their veterinary careers and look forward to hearing from you.

  • We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with Pet Doctors of America, where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team.
    - Pet Doctors of America Team
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