Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Cocoa Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join their team. This role supports both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry. The ideal candidate is versatile, client-focused, and thrives in a dynamic general practice environment, balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. Experienced technicians are valued for their clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills, which help elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care. The hospital is also open to considering new Veterinary Technician graduates or students on track to become credentialed in 2027 who are eager to build their skills in a supportive, hands-on environment. The team is committed to providing opportunities for continued learning, mentorship, and professional growth. In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit. This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.
Requirements
- 1+ years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
- Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
- Proficiency in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory diagnostics
- Proficiency in radiology positioning, patient restraint, and low-stress handling
- Strong communication, teamwork, multitasking, and commitment to high-quality patient care
Nice To Haves
- Anesthetic monitoring, surgical assistance, and recovery preferred
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography preferred
Responsibilities
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Assisting in surgery
- Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
- Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
- Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
Benefits
- Bonus package: Up to $500-$2,000 depending on experience and credentials
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
