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American Veterinary Group (AVG)

Certified Veterinary Technician

American Veterinary Group (AVG), Florida, New York, United States

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Certified Veterinary Technician Department: General Practice Hospitals

Location: North Port St. Lucie Animal Hospital

Description Our hospital is seeking a full‑time Veterinary Technician to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast‑paced, multi‑doctor animal hospital. The Veterinary Technician is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals: restraining animals during initial examinations when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools, and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Technical skills required include venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration and monitoring, dental prophylaxis, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education. Veterinary Technicians also communicate with pet owners and update patient files.

Ideal Candidate

Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi‑task in a hands‑on environment

Energetic people‑and‑pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills

Compassionate and caring

Willing to work flexible hours, including weekends

Can work individually, as well as on a team

Self‑starter personality that can complete daily tasks without constant direction

Prior experience preferred

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

Prior customer service experience

Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Regular onsite presence is an essential function of this role. Because of the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in‑person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time‑sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain safety and well‑being of patients, clients, and staff.

Current state licensure in good standing for Veterinary Technician roles

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws

Applicants with veterinary experience that are not credentialed veterinary technicians are encouraged to still apply; we have opportunities for veterinary professionals of all skill levels and we will appropriately assign you to our Senior Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Assistant, or other appropriate role.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)

401(k) Match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental and maternity leave

One work/life balance day off

Short‑term and long‑term disability options

Supplemental insurance options

Discounted veterinary care

Scrub allowance

Hands‑on and e‑training

Professional growth opportunities

Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician students

Tuition reimbursement for credentialed/registered veterinary technicians

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