Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Calusa Crossing

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Calusa Crossing Animal Hospital

• Certified Veterinary Technician, license must be current in Florida
• 2-3 years of veterinary experience
• Must be able to work rotating weekends
• Can lift 50lb and able to stand for long periods of time
• Avimark software knowledge is preferred, but not required
• Idexx in-house lab knowledge is preferred, but not required

• Assists the veterinarian during the examination of animals
• Providing restraint as needed to work safely and effectively
• Prepare and administer treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian
• Collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination
• Assist in prepping patients for surgery (or an aptitude to learn)
• Obtain radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques
• Ensure a comfortable and sanitary environment for all patients
• Responsible for the care of boarding and hospitalized patients
• Prepare and sanitize the surgery suite - clean and maintain holding areas
• Communicate with pet owners using a professional, compassionate, and helpful attitude, using knowledge of preventative health care recommendations to accurately answer questions and relay doctor's information.

Calusa Crossing Animal Hospital is a companion animal hospital that is actively looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our amazing team. We are seeking an organized, compassionate, and service-oriented Certified Veterinary Technician who is confident in rooming patients, assisting in surgery, able to perform dental cleanings, placing IV catheters, drawing blood and running in-house bloodwork with Idexx equipment, has experience with x-ray and proper positioning, understands the importance of client education, and is a supportive and positive team player.

Excellent communication and organizational skills are a must. The veterinary industry is constantly advancing and growing and Calusa Crossing Animal Hospital encourages its staff to do the same. If you are a Certified Veterinary Technician looking to take your skills to the next level, engage in the everyday reward of helping animals, and work with a great team then we can not wait to hear from you.