ER/ICU Veterinary Technician - Southwest Florida Veterinary Specialists

Position Overview PetVet Care Centers' Southwest Florida Veterinary Specialists is currently seeking ER/ICU Veterinary Technicians to join our team. The role supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to patients and clients. Key Responsibilities Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging. Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds. Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, restraining patients, and aiding as directed by the veterinarian. Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration. Obtain and verify medications. Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment, and observe patients for clinical signs of disease. As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs. Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and complying with applicable legal regulations. Maintain medical records by documenting patients' conditions, reactions, and changes; updating the database accurately and timely. Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian. Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs. Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts. Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals. Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before release. Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice. Qualifications (Required) Must have 1 year of veterinary technician experience. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Preferred Skills (Nice To Have) Cornerstone experience. Experience with IV catheter placement. Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred. Schedule Varies, posted 3 months in advance. What We Offer Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster). 401(k) with discretionary contribution. Team Member Pet Discounts. Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP. CE stipends and career development resources. Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship. Local hospital culture backed by national resources. Equal Opportunity Employer PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr PetVet Care Centers