Overview

Orchid Springs Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Full Time Veterinary Technician to join our team!

Location:  

615 Overlook Dr.WinterHaven, Florida 33884United States Hospital Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 6:00 pmSaturday: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm*Evening and weekend shifts are required!* Compensation: $18 - $20 We are a 4 doctor, AAHA acredited Animal Hospital that offers a nice blend of Eastern and Western medicine. We offer acupuncture, spinal manipulation, massage, rehabilitation and more.

Benefits We Offer:

Medical, Vision and Dental plans available

FSA and HSA options available

401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match

Access to Healthy Minds @Work App to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress

Access to Lula Fit App

• Live fitness and meditation classes
• Self-guided wellness collection
• On-demand video library
• 1-1 virtual fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being coaching

Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program

• Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
• 24 hour access
• Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
• Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
• Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
• Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
• Build coping skills to manage life’s challenges and gain control of your life
• Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
• Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
• ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!

Optional Insurances Available

• Life Insurance AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Insurance

Pet Benefits

Uniform Allowance

CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year

Scholarship Program for Veterinary Technicians that want to become credentialed

Internal Employee Rewards Program

• Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.

 

Job Summary: This position provides leadership and training to the medical support staff in the operation of a small animal facility in accordance with hospital policy and procedures and provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act. The Veterinary Technician will be able to communicate effectively with employees and clients and have great attention to detail and organizational abilities. 

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact: 

• Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP. 

• Provide guidance to the support staff to assure that the shift flows well
• Provide input to the hospital manager for 360-degree employee performance evaluations.
• Provide patient care under the supervision and direction of a DVM. 
• Maintain excellent client communication. 
• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.

• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
• Answer client’s inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures; handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate. 

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 
• Some veterinary industry experience required. 
• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills. 
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis. 
• Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections. 
• Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients. 

We put people first and never compromise on our values. 

Apply today for immediate consideration! 

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.