Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT)

AmeriVet • Tampa, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Animal Doctors of South Tampa is seeking an experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join their team. This is a busy walk-in veterinary hospital that serves dogs and cats, offering services such as wellness, urgent care, dentistry, and surgery. The ideal candidate will be confident working alongside veterinarians and fellow technicians in a fast-paced setting. The role requires strong technical skills, including patient handling and restraint, IV catheter placement, blood draws, laboratory procedures, radiology and positioning, surgery assistance, and surgery recovery. The position emphasizes excellent patient care, client education, effective team communication, and a commitment to continuous learning in veterinary medicine.

Requirements

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician in the State of Florida
• 2+ years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician
• Previous surgery experience required
• Confident assisting with surgery and surgery recovery
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
• Ability to confidently place IV catheters
• Experience with blood draws and running in-house bloodwork
• Knowledge of radiology and proper patient positioning
• Comfortable using standard veterinary laboratory equipment and tools
• Understanding of animal behavior and veterinary healthcare
• Strong client education and communication skills
• Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Positive, supportive, and team-oriented attitude
• Passion for working with animals and their owners
• Ability to work a rotating Saturday schedule

Responsibilities

• Patient handling and restraint
• IV catheter placement
• Blood draws
• Laboratory procedures
• Radiology and positioning
• Surgery assistance
• Surgery recovery
• Client education
• Team communication

Benefits

• $1,000 sign-on bonus
• $25+/hour based on experience
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance
• Paid CE days
• Training and development opportunities
• Mentorship and opportunities to continue growing your veterinary skills
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Mental health and employee support resources
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) matching
• Student loan assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed