Veterinary Technician

Experienced Veterinary Technician Opportunity

Valrico Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced veterinary technician to join our team. This is a full-time clinical role for a compassionate, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering outstanding care to both patients and clients.

As an important member of our medical team, you'll work closely with our veterinarians throughout appointments, diagnostics, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and recovery. We're looking for someone who can confidently use their technical skills while remaining calm, organized, and compassionate — even when the day gets busy.

Why you'll love it here:

• Put your technical skills and veterinary experience to work every day
• Play an important role in patient care from intake through treatment and recovery
• Work closely with veterinarians during exams, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry
• Use advanced skills including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and radiology
• Build meaningful relationships with clients through education and communication
• Practice compassionate patient handling and low-stress techniques
• Continue developing your skills through continuing education and professional development
• Receive support for credentialing through state license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Connect with veterinary professionals through the TechLife Professional Development Program
• Join a collaborative environment where teamwork and communication matter
• Make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and the client experience

What you'll do:

• Safely and compassionately handle and restrain patients for examinations and procedures
• Obtain complete patient histories and vital signs
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and medical procedures
• Prepare patients and equipment for surgical procedures
• Provide anesthesia support before, during, and after surgical procedures
• Monitor anesthetized patients and accurately document vital parameters
• Provide attentive post-operative monitoring and recovery care
• Perform venipuncture and collect diagnostic samples
• Place IV catheters and administer fluid therapy as directed
• Perform laboratory testing, including bloodwork, urinalysis, and cytology
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Position patients and obtain diagnostic radiographs
• Perform dental cleanings and assist with dental procedures
• Educate clients about medications, treatments, preventive care, and post-operative needs
• Provide clear discharge instructions and follow-up information
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical records
• Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical spaces clean, organized, and fully stocked
• Follow hospital safety and infection-control protocols
• Assist with inventory management, restocking, and organization as needed
• Support hospital operations and teammates wherever needed

What you'll bring:

• At least two to three years of veterinary technician experience
• CVT, LVT, or RVT credential preferred
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia monitoring and surgical support
• Confidence with venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Proficiency with diagnostic radiography and patient positioning
• Experience performing laboratory procedures and diagnostic testing
• Experience with dental cleanings and dental procedures
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Confidence educating clients about medications, treatments, and preventive care
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate medical documentation
• The ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced clinical environment
• The confidence to work efficiently and independently when appropriate
• A collaborative, team-focused approach to veterinary medicine
• Experience with digital radiography and laboratory equipment is preferred
• Familiarity with veterinary practice management systems such as Cornerstone is a plus
• Fear Free certification or an interest in low-stress handling techniques is a plus
• Availability for occasional evening and Saturday shifts

The extras you'll actually feel:

Your experience matters here. We're looking for a veterinary technician who is ready to take ownership of their role, confidently use the skills they've developed, and work alongside a team that shares their commitment to excellent medicine.

You'll have opportunities to participate throughout the entire patient-care process — from collecting histories and diagnostic samples to assisting with surgery, monitoring anesthesia, supporting recovery, and educating clients before their pets head home.

You'll also have opportunities to keep building your career through continuing education, professional development, credentialing support, and the TechLife Professional Development Program. Whether you're strengthening an existing skill or learning something new, we want you to continue growing as a veterinary professional.

Most importantly, you'll be part of a team-focused environment where communication, compassion, attention to detail, and helping one another are essential to providing exceptional care.

Benefits you can't beat:

Financial benefits:

• Flexible compensation
• 401(k) Matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral Bonus Program

Wellness benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal coverage, and employee, spouse, and dependent life insurance
• Up to three weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees after one year of service
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted laboratory work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on veterinary services and products
• Pet food discount program

Professional growth & recognition:

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State Veterinary Technician License reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• TechLife Professional Development Program

Lifestyle benefits:

• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Supportive and collaborative workplace culture
• Opportunities to continue developing and using advanced technical skills

Join our team:

If you're an experienced veterinary technician looking for a role where you can put your clinical skills to work, continue growing professionally, and make a meaningful difference for patients and their families, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and discover what you can bring to the team at Valrico Animal Clinic!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Valrico Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.