Veterinary Technician

Description


Position at North Port Animal Hospital


North Port Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our amazing two-doctor animal practice in North Port, FL. Can you picture yourself working in paradise and imagine feeling excited to come to work each day working alongside a team of genuinely good people who are dedicated to helping you succeed, be happy and grow both personally and professionally? What makes us different from other hospitals in the area is that we provide our team with a work environment that allows them to be their best. This, in turn, enables us to dedicate the best experience to our clients and care for their pets, which is at the heart of our thriving practice.

You'll be joining a full service, collaborative team! In addition to joining our two full-time and 4 part-time doctors, you will be supported by a team of technicians, and our practice manager. We also maintain membership in the AVMA, The American Veterinary Medical Assn. and FVMA, Florida Veterinary Medical assn. The North Port team is now RECOVER Rescuer certified!

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provide friendly, quality care to our clients. Provide and maintain a high standard of patient care, including but not limited to:
• Discharging patients from the clinic
• Fill prescriptions
• Draw blood
• Obtain vitals on patients
• Assist in inducing and maintaining patients under sedation or anesthesia.
• Maintain a high standard of patient care
• IV catheter placement and maintenance. Drug administration
• Assist with surgical and dental procedures, including preparation and monitoring of the patient. Also, assist with performing dental radiographs and dental charting.
• Knowledge of drugs and their dosages/uses
• Recognizing and reporting pain, distress, or any other patient concerns.
• Assist in emergency services (CPR, unaided catheterization/intubation, drug administration)

Skills and Knowledge

• Effective communication with clients and staff members
• Ability to safely lift objects or pets of at least 50lbs (you may ask for assistance)
• Ability to work with or without direct supervision
• Restrain and control cats and dogs of any temperament
• Recognize concerning behaviors in pets
• Make conversions and calculations
• Adapt to different needs and preferences of different doctors.
• Ask questions when any task or procedure is unclear
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of hospital procedures and operating instruction

Benefits include:

• Short Term Disability paid for by employer
• Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
• Medical Insurance Plans with multiple options
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
• United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members
• United Healthcare Vision Insurance options
• Long Term Disability option
• Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000)
• Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
• Paid time off - inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation
• Referral Bonus Program
• DailyPay on Demand

North Port is known for being a high-quality place to live for both professionals and families, it offers residents a sparse suburban feel and a great atmosphere and community. North Port is the only city in the state with an entire state forest inside its city limits, the Myakka State Forest. The city boasts several miles of horse trails, mountain bike trails, natural hiking paths, and bird watching opportunities.


We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.


United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.