What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician position at Innovetive Petcare?
Department: Veterinary Technicians
Location: Tampa, Florida
Compensation: $16.00 - $22.00 / hour
Are you a skilled Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant with a passion for both routine care and advanced medical cases? Do you love working in a fast-paced environment where you can make a real impact on pets and their families?
Bayshore Animal Clinic, located in the heart of Tampa, Florida, is seeking a full-time experienced Veterinary Technician or Assistant to join our high-performing team. We’re a progressive, community-focused practice that prioritizes teamwork, innovation, and compassionate care.
As part of the Innovetive Petcare network, we offer industry-leading support, continuing education, and tools that empower our veterinary professionals to thrive.
📍 2812 W Gandy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611
🕒 Full-Time | Flexible Scheduling | Rotating Weekends
💲 Competitive Hourly Pay: starting at $16 /hr based on experience
🐾 Why You’ll Love Working at Bayshore Animal Clinic
- Advanced medicine meets community care – We handle everything from wellness to urgent cases
- Flexible scheduling and rotating weekends – We value work-life balance
- Closed on major holidays with holiday pay
- Work with a close-knit team that celebrates wins and supports one another
As a key member of our clinical team, you’ll play a critical role in patient care, diagnostics, surgery, and client communication. Whether you’re an experienced Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT) or a Veterinary Assistant with strong skills and drive, we want to support your growth.
Key Responsibilities:
🩺 Patient Care & Monitoring
- Monitor vital signs before, during, and after anesthesia
- Administer IV fluids, oxygen therapy, and medications
- Provide support for critical and hospitalized patients
- Prep and induce anesthesia, monitor surgical patients
- Maintain sterile fields and assist during procedures
- Clean and sterilize surgical tools and equipment
- Perform radiographs, urinalysis, fecals, cytology, and blood draws
- Operate diagnostic equipment (ECG, ultrasound)
- Provide discharge instructions and preventive care education
- Review treatment plans and answer client questions
- Deliver compassionate service in emotional or stressful situations
- Prep for dental cleanings and routine exams
- Safely restrain patients during procedures
- Assist with intake, discharges, and EMR documentation
Experience:
- 1–2 years in a veterinary clinic or hospital
- Strong skills in surgery, anesthesia, diagnostics, and patient monitoring
- Emergency experience is a plus
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Veterinary technology training or degree preferred
- RVT, CVT, LVT, or eligible preferred
- Recover Certified preferred, but not required.
- EMR proficiency (Avimark, Cornerstone, etc.)
- Team-oriented with a can-do attitude
- Calm under pressure and confident in fast-paced settings
- Strong client communication and education abilities
- Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and standing for long periods
💰 Competitive Pay (starting at $16 per hour based on experience)
📆 Flexible Scheduling Rotating weekends
🚑 Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
📈 401(k) with Employer Match
🏖 Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
🎓 Continuing Education Support CE & certification fee assistance
💬 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & mental health resources
🐾 Employee Discounts on veterinary services & retail
📍 Work Where Others Vacation – Tampa, FL
Enjoy life outside the clinic with access to sunny beaches, local parks, and a thriving food and nightlife scene. Whether you’re exploring the outdoors or unwinding after a busy shift, Tampa is the perfect place to live, work, and recharge.
Salary : $16 - $22