Veterinary Technician

Cocoa Veterinary 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. We are also excited to consider 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. Our 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. Responsibilities include: 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 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: $16-19 per hour, for each hour worked This is a flexible, full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday with rotating Saturdays Full-time Benefits Package*: Bonus package: Up to $500-$2,000 depending on experience and credentials 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 *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 Anesthetic monitoring, surgical assistance, and recovery preferred Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography preferred Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory diagnostics Radiology positioning, patient restraint, and low‑stress handling Strong communication, teamwork, multitasking, and commitment to high‑quality patient care Why choose Cocoa Veterinary Hospital? Cocoa Veterinary Hospital is a well‑established, three‑doctor practice providing compassionate care to dogs, cats, birds, exotics, and pocket pets. Our full‑service hospital offers wellness care, dentistry, surgery, digital radiography, ultrasound, in‑house diagnostics, anesthesia, and patient monitoring . Our doctors value the skills and contributions of our entire veterinary team and encourage team members to stay actively involved in patient care, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures. With a collaborative culture, diverse caseload, and opportunities for continued learning and professional growth , Cocoa Veterinary Hospital is a great place for veterinary professionals who want to use their skills, grow their careers, and make a meaningful impact on patients and clients. This is a good‑faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support. Pay Range

$16 - $19 USD

Cocoa Veterinary Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business. Voluntary Self-Identification As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify demographic information for compliance and reporting purposes. Completion of this form is entirely voluntary and refusal to provide this information will not subject you to any adverse treatment. Any information provided will be kept confidential and maintained in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. This information will not be used in making hiring decisions. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cocoa Veterinary Hospital