Veterinary Technician

Job Description

Veterinary Technician - Urgent Care & General Practice | Animal Care Center Panama City Beach

Location: Panama City Beach, FL
Schedule: 4-5 day work week + one weekend day
Compensation: Starting at $20/hour based on experience | CVTs starting at $23/hour
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Uniform Allowance, Pet Care Discounts, CE Allowance, License Reimbursement


Animal Care Center Panama City Beach is seeking a skilled and motivated Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. Whether you're a seasoned veterinary technician or a CVT looking to grow your emergency and surgical skills, this is a career opportunity that offers both challenge and reward.


About Us


Animal Care Center Panama City Beach has proudly served the community since 1984. We are the only 24-hour veterinary hospital in the area , offering a unique hybrid model of general practice and urgent care services . We provide overnight care , advanced medical treatments, and a collaborative environment where technicians are fully utilized and deeply valued.


We are known for the depth of experience we bring to every case. We treat each patient as if they were our own and work together as a true medical team.


What We're Looking For


We're hiring a Veterinary Technician with 1+ years of experience . A CVT certification is a plus, but not required. This position is ideal for someone with experience in emergency medicine, urgent care, ICU, and surgical support .


You should be confident triaging patients, assisting in emergency and advanced surgeries, managing critical cases, and working as a key member of our treatment team. You'll be part of a fast-paced, supportive, and educational environment where learning is encouraged and teamwork is essential .


Why Work With Us?

• Advanced Medical Cases - You'll be involved in everything from routine wellness visits to emergency surgeries. This is a place to grow your skills and make a real impact.
• Highly Utilized Technicians - Our doctors rely on our techs for everything from patient triage to anesthesia monitoring, surgical prep, critical care, and treatment planning.
• Mentorship & Learning - Our doctors teach. They invite you into the conversation. Here, you're not just assisting-you're learning, contributing, and growing.
• Team Longevity - Technicians stay. And even those who leave often come back. Why? Because they love the medicine we practice and the people they work with.
• Culture That Balances Fun & Focus - We bring humor into the workplace and keep communication open and honest. Like any 24/7 facility, we face challenges-but we talk through them, support each other, and stay mission-focused.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• CVTs start at $23/hour with potential for growth
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K
• Paid time off (PTO)
• CE allowance and license reimbursement for CVTs
• Uniform allowance
• Pet care discounts
• Real opportunities for advancement

About Panama City Beach


Located along Florida's stunning Gulf Coast, Panama City Beach offers white-sand beaches, endless outdoor recreation, and a relaxed lifestyle with plenty to explore. Whether you're into fishing, kayaking, hiking, or enjoying local restaurants and nightlife, this is a beautiful place to build your career and enjoy your life.

If you're a veterinary technician who's passionate about patient care, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is looking for a hospital that values your experience, apply today and find your home at Animal Care Center Panama City Beach.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.


Values : Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next


One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.


At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

- We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.