Veterinary Technician

At
Ocala Veterinary Hospital
, we believe pets are family and are committed to providing exceptional veterinary care in a warm, compassionate environment. Our team combines advanced medicine with personalized care to create a positive experience for every patient, client, and team member.

We are proud to offer progressive veterinary services supported by advanced technology, including CT imaging, ultrasound, digital dental radiography, laser therapy, and much more. We value teamwork, continued learning, and professional growth, creating a workplace where our team members can thrive while making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.

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, 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 Include:

A high work ethic and positive attitude team member

Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work

A minimum of 1-year experience preferred

Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely

Interpret medical records and record client history accurately

Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow

Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner

Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin

Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests

Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs

A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset

Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency

Pay Range: $18-$24/hr

We offer our staff:

• 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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• 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 pre-employment screening.

* Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.