Veterinary Technician

  • Full-Time
  • New Port Richey, FL
  • American Veterinary Group
  • Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
All Pets Hospital, located in New Port Richey, FL, is a 2-doctor, full-service veterinary medical facility. We have been serving the New Port Richey community since 1982! All Pets Hospital has been AAHA-accredited, complying with the Association's high-quality standards since 1986. We see predominantly dogs and cats, but do see a limited number of exotics, including ferrets, rabbits, rats, and other pocket pets. We strive to provide a family feel experience for all clients and pets that walk through our door. Our practice boasts electronic records on Avimark software, digital x-rays, ultrasound, in-house lab equipment (testing available for chemistries, thyroid, cpl), and 4 exam rooms. For more information about our practice, visit our website: www.allpetshospitalnpr.com
Our hospital is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.
The Veterinary Technician is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Technician helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Technical skills will include, but are not limited to: venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration, and monitoring, dental prophy, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education. Veterinary Technician's also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.
Applicants must demonstrate professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. Our next team member will be an energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills. Must be willing to work flexible hours and some Saturdays. Ideal Candidate:
  • Will have an upbeat, friendly, and professional attitude;
  • Be compassionate/caring; Can work individually, as well as on a team
  • Excellent communication skills, a sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with team mates is required.
  • Prior experience preferred
Benefits:
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
  • Discounted Veterinary Care
  • Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!
Requirements:
  • Prior Customer Service Experience
  • Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
  • Current State Licensure in good standing.
New Port Richey, FL is a rapidly developing area located just three miles from the coast! Our practice is close to new shopping centers in both New Port Richey and Trinity, including major store fronts like Publix, Target, and Sprouts, as well as many new restaurants. We are just a quick 15-minute drive to Historic Tarpon Springs and the Sponge Docks. We are also close to all the greatest attractions of the greater Tampa Bay area, including Clearwater Beach, Busch Gardens, and Adventure Island, to name a few!
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