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Job Description
Seeking Experienced Veterinary Technician - Join a Family-Owned Practice That Feels Like Home Are you ready to step away from corporate medicine and into a close-knit, supportive hospital? Are you looking for a fun, professional, family-oriented practice to call home? If so, we'd love to meet you. About Us We are a family-owned and operated veterinary practice proudly serving St. Petersburg and the surrounding communities since 1989. Our mission is to provide excellent, affordable preventive care, diagnostics, and surgical services while building genuine relationships with our clients and their pets. As a small practice with a team of approximately 10 dedicated professionals, we value collaboration, respect, and personalized care. Our clients aren't just clients—they're part of our extended family. We are seeking an experienced veterinary technician who thrives in a team-based environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care and client service.
You will be expected to:
Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, educating them on patient care in an understandable way Build strong rapport with clients and team members Be reliable, punctual, and consistently perform at a high level Demonstrate patience, empathy, and professionalism with patients, clients, and coworkers Key Skills & Responsibilities This role is hands-on and requires strong technical proficiency, particularly in surgery. Surgical Experience (Required): A strong surgical background is essential Must be confident assisting through pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases Candidates who are not fully competent in surgical assistance should not apply Additional responsibilities include: Assisting with injectable anesthetic medications and procedural sedation Preparing exam rooms and assisting doctors during exams and treatments Administering medications as prescribed Accurately maintaining and documenting medical records Caring for surgical and hospitalized patients Preparing and running in-house lab work (cytology, urinalysis, diagnostics) Obtaining high-quality imaging (X-ray and ultrasound) Answering phones and addressing client concerns warmly and professionally Scheduling appointments according to practice protocols Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary hospital environment About You You are a confident, compassionate professional who enjoys working with people as much as pets. You are self-aware, dependable, and committed to continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Traits:
Minimum 2 years of experience in a veterinary clinic preferred Able to work independently while recognizing when support is needed Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills Willing to follow practice protocols while confidently applying your skillset Able to think critically and apply common sense in dynamic situations Resilient, adaptable, and able to handle setbacks with humility and professionalism A positive attitude and a good sense of humor are a must MUST enjoy working with people Bonus points if you love wearing FIGS scrubs Our Location We are conveniently located on the north end of 4th Street in sunny St. Petersburg, Florida —just minutes from beautiful beaches, shopping, incredible dining, and vibrant nightlife. St. Pete truly is the biggest "small town" you'll ever live in.
Prior Team Member Remarks:
"My time at Florida Veterinary Clinic was an absolutely amazing experience to say the least. I was a veterinary technician for a little over a year while applying to vet school. Dr. Anthony is the most knowledgeable veterinarian I have ever had the luxury of working with. He taught me so much that has helped me throughout my studies. Even on our busiest days, I was still able to smile because of the amazing staff I was surrounded by. I never felt like this was a place of work, it was home" - Kristina "As a previous employee of Florida Veterinary Clinic, I have nothing but the highest regard for the practice and staff! Are you searching for a low-stress, non-toxic, respectful environment? Then you've found the right place! The doctors are kind, and management is caring and fair. Of course, there will there be long days and perhaps a challenging client, but with Florida Veterinary Clinic, you always go home knowing your work was truly appreciated!" - Priyanka "I started working at Florida Veterinary Clinic back in 2017 with big dreams and zero experience. I knew I wanted to go to veterinary school, but I had not worked in a clinic prior. Dr. Anthony and the team not only brought me on board and gave me all the training to become a technician, Dr. Anthony went above and beyond to provide mentorship and guidance to help me get into vet school and become the doctor I am today. Dr. Peltier was also an integral part of my education, and I thoroughly enjoyed the two years I spent working with both of them, and the rest of the FVC family." - Dr.
Sanderbeck Pay:
$17.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Employee discount Flexible schedule Health savings account Paid time off Uniform allowance
