Veterinary Technician

Job Description

The Opportunity:

Come join our Team!

We are a well-established, full-service, 3-doctor, AAHA accredited hospital that is dedicated to provide our community with optimal veterinary care. Our practice promotes a welcoming environment where our team members feel like family.

Our hospital is fully furnished with 7 exam rooms, a large treatment suite, two dental wet tables, sterile surgical suite, and state of the art equipment including complete in-house laboratory, digital x-ray, digital intraoral x-ray, lift exam tables and more.

Responsibilities:

Assist the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.

Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.

Perform routine dental scaling/polishing on animals under the direct direction of the veterinarian.

Administer anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals’ responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.

Obtain radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.

Care for and monitor the condition of animals recovering from surgery.

Perform routine laboratory tests using our in-house lab equipment.

Collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.

Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials.

Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.

Prepare animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.

Maintain clean examination rooms and treatment areas.

Work collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly.

Qualifications:

High School Graduate or Equivalent

At least 2 years of experience in the role of veterinary technician

Knowledge of AVImark is a plus

Benefits:

$18.00 - $25.00 hourly

Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training

Medical/Dental/Vision

Retirement - 401k + match

Short/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Pet Discount

Provided Uniforms

PTO

Fair Work-Life Balance

For more information about our hospital, visit https://www.hillsborobeachanimal.com.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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Location:

Deerfield Beach, Florida, United States

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