Veterinary Technician

At PetSmart Veterinary Services, our in-store hospital is an independent, veterinarian-owned clinic inside the PetSmart store, Fort Lauderdale . Our hospital is designed around the PVS vision of compassion, connection, and convenience — delivering high-quality, relationship-centered veterinary care in a modern, efficient environment.

Our team benefits from streamlined systems, cutting-edge technologies, and strong administrative support, allowing the medical team to do what matters most: care for pets and the people who love them. About the

Role:

We are looking for a Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment and is committed to compassionate care, organization, and high medical standards. This role offers opportunities for professional growth as the practice evolves. Key Responsibilities Minimum 2-3+ years experience in veterinary surgery/anesthesia Strong understanding of anesthesia protocols and patient monitoring Experience with intubation, IV catheter placement, and fluid therapy Dental Cleaning experience, including obtaining dental radiographs, is required Comfortable working independently during surgical procedures Assist the veterinarian with diagnostics, treatments, anesthesia, and other procedures Work confidently with modern veterinary equipment and technology Provide compassionate, patient-centered technical care Strong attention to detail and patient safety Support efficient clinic workflow Maintain OSHA compliance, safety protocols, and infection control standards Follow and support AAHA-aligned best practices and clinical protocols Willingness to train, mentor, and support Veterinary Assistants in accordance with AAHA standards Participate in maintaining a clean, organized, and well-functioning hospital environment Participate in ongoing training, education, and quality improvement initiatives

Must-Haves:

Excellent written and verbal communication Proven customer service skills Flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of hospital duties Friendly, positive, team-oriented attitude Desire to learn, improve, and take initiative Reliability and strong work ethic Ability to uphold AAHA, OSHA, and hospital safety standards Requirements (Please Read Carefully Before Applying) Surgical experience is required Hands-on anesthesia experience is required Experience with dental procedures is required

Important:

Applications will not be considered without the above experience.

Nice-to-Haves:

2+ year of experience in a veterinary hospital 1+ year experience in customer service Comfort with digital systems (Rhapsody, diagnostics platforms, etc.)

Position Details Job Type:

Part-time (20-30 hours/week), Day shift only

Pay:

$21-$22/hour, depending on experience

Benefits:

Employee discount, Bonus program Training in AAHA, OSHA, and PVS operational standards Future opportunity for expanded benefits as the hospital grows

Schedule:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 6-hour and 10-hour shifts Two Saturdays per month required Language requirements :

English Location:

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305

Pay:

$21.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Referral program Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305 (Required)

Work Location:

In person