Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Miramar Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced or certified Veterinary Technician to join its established team. The practice emphasizes high-quality, accessible veterinary medicine, teamwork, respectful communication, and consistent care for its local community. The role offers work across surgery, dentistry, radiology, laboratory work, and technician appointments, using Fear Free and Feline Friendly techniques. Responsibilities may vary according to hospital needs and the employee’s experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities. This is a full-time position with a four-day work week and rotating Saturdays. Compensation is negotiable and based on experience. Veterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not required.
Requirements
- Previous hands-on veterinary technician experience in a clinical setting.
- Excellent communication and client-service skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
- Ability to stay calm, organized, and efficient during urgent situations.
- Positive, collaborative, team-first approach.
- Compassion and empathy for patients, clients, coworkers, and yourself.
- Willingness to ask questions, share knowledge, and continue learning.
- Interest in Fear Free and Feline Friendly techniques.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in surgery, dentistry, radiology, laboratory procedures, patient monitoring, and technician appointments.
- Veterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians with appointments, treatments, procedures, and patient care.
- Obtain thorough patient histories and accurately record vital signs.
- Handle and restrain patients safely and compassionately using Fear Free and Feline Friendly techniques.
- Perform venipuncture, collect diagnostic samples, and assist with laboratory testing.
- Place IV catheters and assist with fluid therapy.
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
- Prepare patients and treatment areas for medical and surgical procedures.
- Support anesthesia monitoring, patient recovery, and post-procedure care.
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records.
- Communicate with clients about patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care.
- Keep treatment areas clean, stocked, and ready, and assist the team as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive, flexible compensation based on skill set and future performance.
- 401(k) matching and Roth Retirement Savings Plan.
- Flexible Spending Account for full-time employees.
- 529 Savings Plan.
- Tuition Support Program.
- Referral bonus program.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
- Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance, for full-time employees.
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child for eligible full-time employees after one year of service; this benefit does not apply in states with paid family leave programs.
- Sick time and paid time off.
- Free or discounted lab work for employee pets.
- Pet discounts on services and products, including boarding and grooming.
- Pet food discount program.
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program.
- State veterinary technician license reimbursement.
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Continuing education allowance.
- Uniform allowance.
- Six paid holidays for full-time employees.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee discount program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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