Lead Veterinary Technician

SPCA Tampa Bay Florida Inc.•Largo, FL

57d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves making daily assignments, training employees, and performing regular veterinary technician duties. The Lead Veterinary Technician will coordinate daily surgical cases, perform dental cleanings and radiographs, administer sedation and anesthesia, intubate pets, and perform cystocentesis. The position requires a valid Florida driver's license and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Valid Florida driver's license with acceptable driving record.
One to two years veterinary work experience.

Nice To Haves

Certified Veterinary Technician is preferred, not required.
Volunteer experience in a shelter or other similar animal care facility.
Four 10 hour shifts on Saturday-Tuesday is preferred.

Responsibilities

Make daily assignments and reassess those assignments throughout the day.
Train employees and sign off their progress.
Coordinate daily surgical cases (aka “surgery lead”), including updating PetPoint with surgical notes, drug logging, follow-up medications and treatments, and stage and location changes.
Perform routine dental cleanings and dental radiographs, with mastery of charting terminology and anatomy.
Administer sedation and anesthesia medications.
Intubate and maintain pets on oxygen and/or gas anesthesia.
Perform cystocentesis for urinalysis, usually ultrasound guided.

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Tuition assistance
$1000 sign-on bonus paid in full on your first paycheck!
120 hours of PTO + 6 paid holidays + 3 floating holidays (prorated)
All health benefits start the 1st of the month following your hire date.
403b retirement plan you can start contributing to the 1st of the month following your hire date with a 25% match, up to $1500 per year after a year of employment
Discounted pet food