Certified Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Medical Center of St. Lucie County • Full-time • Port St Lucie, FL, US • USD $21 / hour • 6m ago

Company Description

Veterinary Medical Center of St. Lucie County is a beautiful 10,000 sq foot 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital in St. Lucie, FL. We offer specialized ER care 24/7 and during the day we function as a comprehensive full-service animal hospital! We provide top-notch service, cutting-edge technology, and a dedicated team of experienced medical professionals and support staff eager to be involved in your pet's care. Whether your pet needs routine check-ups, preventive care, or urgent medical attention, we're here to provide expert care whenever it's needed. We also offer boarding, grooming, and an incredible dog daycare!

With a shared passion for animal care and a commitment to excellence, we ensure that every pet receives the best possible treatment in a warm and welcoming environment

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Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We're looking for:

A certified veterinary technician, 1+ year professional experience required
A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
Some weekend availability
Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one's knowledge and skillset
Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency

Additional Information

Pay Range: Offers for licensed individuals begin at $21/hr and offer amount increases with experience level.

We offer our staff:

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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