Vet Technician
About The Position
Are you a skilled Veterinary Technician who's passionate about making a difference in the lives of pets and their families? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where your skills are truly valued? If so, we'd love to meet you! At Village Animal Clinic, we've been proudly caring for companion animals since 1965, serving generations of families across North Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, and beyond. Our AAHA accredited 6,500 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility features: A high paced fully equipped hospital and surgical suite Separate cat and dog boarding areas A modern doggie daycare center An outdoor play area for exercise and enrichment We're a multi-doctor practice known for our compassionate, high-quality care-and we're looking for a Veterinary Technician who shares our commitment to excellence. This position requires a working knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs, common diseases; their symptoms, means of transmission, treatment and prevention, and other basic preventative health care recommendations. The Veterinary Technician assists the doctors to the fullest possible extent to help improve the quality of care given to the patients and to aid the doctors in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work. We are looking for a strong technical skill set with the ability to multitask in a fast paced environment. Teamwork and encouraging a positive culture are vital requirements of the candidate. This is only an overview of the position and the job responsibilities listed do not encompass the entire position.
Requirements
- working knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs, common diseases; their symptoms, means of transmission, treatment and prevention, and other basic preventative health care recommendations
- strong technical skill set with the ability to multitask in a fast paced environment
- Teamwork and encouraging a positive culture
Responsibilities
- Assisting with physical exams, surgeries, and dental cleanings
- Administering medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed
- Placing IV catheters and performing venipuncture
- Taking digital X-rays and preparing diagnostic samples (blood, urine, feces)
- Running in-house lab tests and using diagnostic equipment
- Preparing surgical suites and ensuring sterile environments
- Educating clients on post-operative care, nutrition, and preventive medicine
- Maintaining accurate medical records in our practice management system
- Supporting inventory management and ordering medical supplies
- Providing comfort and restraint to patients during procedures
- Monitoring anesthesia and supporting patient recovery
- Assisting in humane euthanasia and supporting grieving pet owners with empathy
Benefits
- Competitive pay structure + Monthly bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 access)
- Generous PTO, paid parental leave, and holiday pay
- Opportunities for internal growth and career development across our network
- Free RACE-approved CE platform with tech-specific content
- 401K with employer match
- Incentive programs recognizing team contributions to great care
- Generous Personal Pet Discounts at all 150+ locations
- Pet insurance Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
