Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician

Jacksonville, FL

Kings Trail Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value experienced technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

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.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Assisting in surgery
• 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

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.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $19-22 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a flexible, full-time position with a 4/10 schedule, MondayFriday, including a one-hour lunch. Availability is also needed every other Saturday, with a kennel shift rotation approximately every five weeks.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Penn Foster Scholarship Program
• Health package: 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

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

1+ years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience

Proficiency in the following skills:

• Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
• Surgical assistance, aseptic technique, and patient handling/restraint
• Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration
• Radiology positioning, laboratory sample collection, and in-house diagnostics
• Accurate medical record documentation and client education/communication
• Strong critical thinking, multitasking, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care

Why choose Kings Trail Animal Hospital?

Kings Trail Animal Hospital is a well-established, full-service small animal practice in Jacksonville, FL, where great medicine and a great team culture go hand in hand. We're currently a 2-doctor practice and excited to be growing to a 3-doctor team, making this a great time to join our hospital and grow alongside us!

Our team provides a wide range of services, including wellness care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and boarding, with access to modern technology such as digital radiology, ultrasound, in-house diagnostics, and advanced dental equipment.

What truly makes Kings Trail special is our people-first culture. We care just as much about the people within our practice as we do the patients and clients we serve. We want our team members to feel supported, appreciated, and excited about coming to work. Whether you're looking to strengthen your current skills, learn something new, or continue advancing your veterinary career, we're committed to mentorship, hands-on learning, and supporting your professional growth.

If you're looking for a practice where you can build meaningful relationships, grow your skills, and be part of a team that genuinely cares about you, we'd love to welcome you to Kings Trail Animal Hospital!

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