Veterinary Technician

Sebastian Animal and Bird hospital

Veterinary Technician

Sebastian, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Calling all veterinary technicians who like to work with challanging cases . This is not your normal job .....

    Sebastian Animal & Bird Hospital is a full service veterinary hospital that treats 50% exotics (small mammals, birds, and reptiles) as well as standard domestic animals ( dogs and cats). We offer digital radiographs, ultrasound, full in-house lab, and laser therapy. We work closely with outside reference laboratories for specimen analysis. We also offer consultations with outside and mobile imaging services for cases that require further evaluation.

    Our animal hospital has an experienced support staff and is seeking a veterinary technician who is looking for a family work environment and be a team member to help provide good quality care to all our patients. We offer a superior work-life balance with no after hour emergencies. We highly value our client-staff communication and hope to foster long-term relationships with pets and their pet parents. The hospital has been established for over 30 years and has retained some clients from the beginning.

    CVT, RVT LVT or experienced veterinary technician preferred.

    Skills : compassionate care, TPR and patient assessment, venipuncture, injectations, treatment, catheter placement, fluid therapy, in house lab screening, radiology, ultrasound, ECG, anesthesia, dental techniques, surgery prep and managment; EMR, and a team approach. We love to have a laugh.

    Competative compensation based on experience

    If you are interested in learning more about the positions we have available, please reach out to us during our business hours: 8 AM-5 PM Monday through Friday or 8 AM-12 PM on Saturdays. Contact us by email at sebastiananimalhospital@comcast.net or by phone at 772-589-6553.

    An in person meeting and tour of the hospital may follow.

    Benefits/Perks

    Career Advancement Opportunities

    Competitive Compensation

    Fun Working Environment

    Interact with Pets

    Job Summary

    We are seeking a compassionate Veterinarian Technician to join the team at our successful clinic. Veterinary Technician responsibilities include assisting the Veterinarian with surgeries and procedures, coordinating animal care, and monitoring animal recovery. You will work closely with the entire clinic staff to ensure the health and well-being of all of our pet patients. If you are passionate about providing exceptional animal care, we’d like to meet you.

    Responsibilities

    Triage pets as they arrive at the clinic

    Interview pet owners to obtain a patient history

    Take vital signs

    Take blood samples and process IH or as send out

    Set up and potentially read fecal samples, cytology dif quick and gram stains as directed

    Take digital x-rays

    Assist with surgeries and monitor animals after surgery

    Administer medications and provide at-home dosage instructions for clients

    Keep accurate patient records

    Qualifications

    Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a similar role

    Knowledge of animal care and handling

    Excellent communication skills

    Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a busy environment

    Patience and a love for animals

    Benefits

    Dental and Vision

    401K

    CE

    Health care stipend