Veterinary Outpatient Technician--No Weekends

SPCA Florida•Lakeland, FL

7h•Onsite

About The Position

SPCA Florida is hiring an experienced, compassionate Outpatient Veterinary Technician for its Public Veterinary Medical Center in Lakeland, Florida. The technician will work closely with veterinarians and the wider medical team to provide outpatient medical care to dogs and cats in a busy, high-volume public veterinary clinic. The role includes hands-on patient care, diagnostic and treatment support, client education, and maintaining accurate medical records and a safe, organized treatment area. SPCA Florida describes its veterinary technicians as essential contributors to patient care, with opportunities to use and develop technical skills, share ideas, and participate actively in patient care and communication with veterinarians and clients. The organization emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and work-life balance. The position has no weekend shifts, on-call shifts, or late-night shifts. Background checks are conducted; SPCA Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.

Requirements

Previous experience working as a Veterinary Technician in an established veterinary practice.
Strong knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and basic veterinary nursing principles.
Experience with blood draws, IV catheter placement, medication administration, radiographs and patient positioning, in-house laboratory testing, humane patient restraint, and vaccine and preventive-care protocols.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
Strong interpersonal and client communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally and compassionately with clients.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Ability to work independently while knowing when to ask for assistance.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Willingness to learn, take initiative, and contribute ideas.
Ability to collaborate with veterinarians and other members of the medical team.
Genuine compassion for animals and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Nice To Haves

CVT graduate from an AVMA-accredited program; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians with outpatient examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Obtain and document accurate patient histories and vital signs.
Perform blood draws and place intravenous catheters.
Collect, prepare, and process diagnostic laboratory samples.
Administer medications and vaccinations as directed by the veterinarian.
Perform and assist with in-house laboratory testing.
Take diagnostic radiographs and properly position patients.
Provide appropriate and humane patient restraint.
Assist with wound care, treatments, and other outpatient procedures.
Prepare examination and treatment areas.
Provide compassionate, professional client education.
Explain medications, home-care instructions, follow-up recommendations, and preventive-care protocols.
Assist with patient discharges and ensure clients understand their pets' care plans.
Maintain accurate and timely medical records.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment area.
Monitor medical supplies and equipment and communicate inventory needs.
Follow established medical, safety, sanitation, and patient-care protocols.
Collaborate with veterinarians and the medical team to provide patient care.
Assist with other veterinary technician responsibilities as needed.