What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at Courtenay Animal Hospital?
Description
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.
Ideal Candidate
- Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
- Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
- Be compassionate/caring
- Willing to work flexible weekday hours (no nights or weekends!)
- Can work individually, as well as on a team
- Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction
Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise
- Prior Customer Service Experience
- Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
- Current state licensure in good standing for Veterinary Technician roles
- Applicants with veterinary experience that are not Credentialed Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to still apply, we have opportunities for veterinary professionals of all skill levels and we will appropriately assign you to our Senior Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Assistant, or other appropriate roles.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
- 401k Match
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Six (6) weeks of paid Parental Leave
- One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
- Short-term and long-term disability options
- Supplemental insurance options
- Discounted Veterinary Care
- Scrub allowance
- Hands-on and E-training
- Professional growth opportunities
- Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students
- Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians
About Courtenay Animal Hospital
Courtenay Animal Hospital is proud to serve Merritt Island, Florida, and the surrounding areas on the Space Coast. We are committed to delivering the highest level of veterinary care, paired with friendly and compassionate service. Our multi-doctor practice offers comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for cats, dogs, and exotic pets, with a strong focus on preventive care and personalized treatment plans tailored to each family's needs. Our dedicated team emphasizes wellness and education to promote long-term animal health and strengthen the human-animal bond.