Veterinary Technician / Assistant
CareVet · Greater Ocala Area · 5 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
We believe in a Whole Person Approach when it comes to our veterinary teams. This includes a living wage for all hospital Team Members, best-in-class benefits, mental health support, and continuous education. Investing in our teams and sharing the growth that they are instrumental in driving are top priorities, which is why every Team Member is eligible to participate in our revenue sharing program. All positions come with growth opportunities—whether you are seeking skill development to advance your career or to build additional capacity to better service your community, we custom tailor plans for each Team Member’s career journey.
Responsibilities
- Checks patient medical records for past histories, enters in computer and files.
- Takes medical histories and vital signs of patients.
- Maintains client educational material in an efficient manner.
- Performs departmental housekeeping duties.
- Admits and discharges patients.
- Takes, processes and logs prescription refills in-house, calls out pharmacy and online pharmacy.
- Monitors hospital patients and logs vital signs.
- Administers medications to patients as needed.
- Places catheters and performs blood draws.
- Restrains and assists the doctor during exams, treatments, and anesthesia procedures.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stoop, bend, and stand on feet for long periods.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Registered Veterinary Technicians in Florida are preferred, not required.
- Able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and multi-task.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay plus revenue share bonus program.
- Best-in-class medical, vision, and dental insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Life insurance.
- 401k with match.
- Paid time off.
- Free continuing education.
- Mental health support.