ER Veterinary Technician at Alliance Animal Health

Mount Dora, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

24.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Animal Restraint, Triage, Lab Sample Collection, Diagnostic Imaging, Nursing Care, Medication Administration, Venipuncture, Client Communication, Surgical Preparation, Anesthetic Management, Critical Care Anesthesia, Medical Math, Dosage Calculations, Team Collaboration, Fast-Paced Environment

Industry

Veterinary Services

Description

Company Description ***Mount Dora Veterinary Hospital is now offering emergency after-hours care!*** Mount Dora Veterinary Hospital is a full service animal hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. We regularly see dogs, cats, birds, and other exotic animals. Our medical care team has years of experience treating serious conditions and offering regular pet wellness care. Beyond first-rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly, and calm, so that pets can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting their care team! We believe that it is through communicating with pet parents that we can best work together to give all pets the best medical care possible. Pets are an important part of all our lives, and we want nothing more than to ensure that they remain happy and healthy with their families for a long, long time. We are looking to add an experienced veterinary technician to our amazing medical care team. If you are passionate about animal health and motivated to make a difference in animal's lives, apply today! To learn more about us click here. Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate ER Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency Room team! The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, be detail-oriented, and have a passion for providing high-quality care to animals in a fast-paced environment. Duties will include, but are not limited to: Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, venipuncture, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development! Qualifications We're Looking For: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred, but not required. 2+ years professional veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience required. Previous vet med ER experience heavily preferred. Availability to work weekends, late evenings, and overnight shifts required. Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts. Communicate effectively with clients regarding patient care and treatment plans. Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations. Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques. Collaborative team player to ensure optimal patient care. Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens. Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture. Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards. Preferred Skills for ER Technician: Critical care anesthesia experience, including operating room and ventilator management. Strong proficiency in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring. High level of comfort with medical math and dosage calculations. Commitment to professional ethics and ongoing education. Ability to manage a high caseload with multiple patients simultaneously. Additional Information Pay Range: $18 - $24/hr. depending on level of experience. We offer our staff: Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles) Tuition Assistance Program Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster Career Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.) Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/ #SS1

Responsibilities

The ER Veterinary Technician will be responsible for animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, and management of medical and hospitalized cases. They will also communicate treatment plans with clients and assist in surgical preparation and anesthetic management.