Veterinary Shelter Technician

SPCA Florida•Lakeland, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SPCA Florida is a NO-KILL shelter dedicated to enhancing the lives of animals by providing exceptional medical care to shelter animals. This role focuses solely on providing medical care to shelter animals, with no client appointments required. The position offers an opportunity to be part of a dedicated, results-oriented team that values collaboration, open communication, and a positive workplace culture. SPCA Florida is committed to delivering excellent, life-saving care to vulnerable dogs and cats, with a vision of a humane community where pets and people thrive together.

Requirements

Strong foundation in general veterinary medicine
Experience in veterinary medicine
Commitment to animal care
Confident, conscientious, and keen to work as part of a collaborative and motivated team
Genuine interest in animal welfare
Calm, approachable demeanor
Willingness to get involved across the full range of shelter technician duties
Excellent communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to stay focused and organized, especially when the day gets busy

Nice To Haves

CVT Graduate from an AVMA–accredited program

Responsibilities

Monitor the health of the shelter animals via daily rounds
Follow-up on reported medical issues (verbal, email, and via clipboard), using currently implemented standards and protocols
Administer medications and vaccines per our shelter protocols
Check in new animals through our medical intake process
Assist the veterinarian during surgery hours (potentially prep, anesthesia monitoring, or recovery)
Field questions and concerns daily with team members, volunteers, adopters, fosters, etc. via phone, email, and in-person in a timely and professional manner

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay based on experience
403(b) Retirement Plan
Paid Holidays
Ten (10) days (80 hours) of Paid Time Off after 60 days of employment during your first year
Health Insurance with SPCA Florida contributes approximately 75% of the premium
Dental and Vision Insurance
$30,000 of employer-paid Life Insurance at no cost to you
Opportunities for career growth, advancement, and professional development
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Bereavement Leave, including up to three (3) paid days
Up to 40 hours of paid Jury Duty leave
Continuing Education opportunities
Generous personal pet care discounts
No weekend work
A positive, collaborative, supportive, and mission-driven workplace culture