Vet Tech - Animal Care Specialist - Sebastian Animal Hospital

Are you an animal-loving, compassionate individual with a flair for providing top-notch care? Look no further! We're on the hunt for a Vet Tech - Animal Care Specialist to join our extraordinary team at Sebastian Animal & Bird Hospital in scenic Sebastian, FL.

As a Vet Tech - Animal Care Specialist, you'll enjoy a competitive pay rate, ranging from $14 to $20 per hour, that reflects your experience. But that's just the beginning. We offer an array of benefits, including a health care stipend, dental and vision benefits, a 401(k) plan, a CE allowance to fuel your professional growth, and generous paid time off (PTO). We also offer relocation benefits/assistance! If you're ready to take your animal care career to the next level and make a meaningful impact every day, apply now and start a fulfilling journey with us!

ABOUT US

Serving the Treasure Coast for over 30 years, our full-service veterinary hospital is renowned for its exceptional care for both exotics and standard domestic animals. With state-of-the-art diagnostics, our dedicated staff delivers comprehensive work-ups for our diverse patient base. We provide pets with cutting-edge veterinary medical care to get them feeling better!

At Sebastian Animal & Bird Hospital, every day brings exciting challenges and endless opportunities for learning. Our employees love our small, family-like business and enjoy the flexibility of a great benefits package and flexible scheduling. Discover the joy of never knowing what unique creature will walk through our doors and be part of a team that is always engaged and never bored!

WHAT YOUR DAY ENTAILS

In this full-time Vet Tech - Animal Care Specialist role, your responsibilities are varied and essential to ensuring the well-being of our patients. You'll begin by welcoming and triaging incoming pets, collecting vital signs, and interviewing pet owners to obtain patient history. Your skillful handling of blood samples and diagnostic testing, including fecal samples, cytology slides, gram stains, and digital X-rays, contributes to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.

Your role extends to surgical support, where you'll assist with preparations and maintain a sterile environment. Post-surgery, you'll closely monitor patients during recovery, ensuring their safety and comfort. Administering medications and providing clear at-home dosage instructions to clients is a crucial aspect of your day, as is maintaining meticulous patient records. Your dedication to these responsibilities enables us to provide exceptional veterinary care and make a lasting impact on the lives of our cherished animal patients.

QUALIFICATIONS

We're looking for a Vet Tech - Animal Care Specialist who can work 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday through Friday, and occasionally 8 AM - 12 PM on Saturdays. Our ideal candidate can also meet the following:

• Experience as a veterinary technician or in a similar role
• Knowledge of animal care and handling
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to multitask and maintain organization in a busy environment
• Patience and a genuine love for animals

Being a CVT, RVT, LVT, or experienced veterinary technician is preferred. However, training can be provided for the right candidate.

JOIN US!

Apply today and take the next step toward an exciting career in animal care with us! All that you need to do is fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We hope to meet you soon!