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Veterinary Technician

Jackson Veterinary Hospital
St. Augustine, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/14/2027

Who we are:

Jackson Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position DetailsRole: Veterinary TechnicianStatus: Full-timeSalary: Competitive and based on experience and skill setSchedule: 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays. No major holidays

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) retirement benefits, training support, and opportunities to grow your veterinary career

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, Paid Time Off, and benefits designed to support your overall well-being

Professional Growth & Recognition: Hands-on training, continuing education opportunities, mentorship, and support for ongoing professional development

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: A family-friendly atmosphere, major holidays off, and a fun but professional team-oriented workplace

Do you have a passion for caring for pets and the people who love them? Jackson Veterinary Hospital would love to meet you!

At Jackson Veterinary Hospital, we’re passionate about providing exceptional care to our patients and clients. Our goal is to deliver outstanding veterinary medicine throughout every stage of a pet’s life while building lasting relationships between our clients and our compassionate, qualified veterinary team.

We’re looking for a Veterinary Technician who wants a meaningful career in a fun, professional, and team-oriented environment. Experience is preferred but not required. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, never want to stop learning, and bring a genuine passion for veterinary medicine, you may be exactly who we’re looking for.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

  • Compassionate, team-oriented hospital culture
  • Meaningful work helping pets live healthier lives
  • Support for both personal and professional growth
  • Training and opportunities to continue developing your technical skills
  • Family-friendly work atmosphere
  • Hospital closed on all major holidays
  • A team that values professionalism, compassion, and continuous learning
  • Opportunities to grow alongside supportive teammates and leadership

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

  • Support veterinarians in providing high-quality medical care to patients
  • Assist with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
  • Safely handle and restrain patients while prioritizing comfort and well-being
  • Collect and prepare diagnostic samples as appropriate
  • Administer medications and treatments under veterinarian direction
  • Assist with surgical preparation, anesthesia, patient monitoring, and recovery as appropriate to your skill level
  • Educate clients and communicate veterinary recommendations in a clear, professional, and understandable way
  • Maintain accurate and complete patient medical records
  • Build positive relationships with clients, teammates, and hospital leadership
  • Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and follow through to achieve positive outcomes
  • Help maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment and patient-care areas
  • Support teammates and contribute to an efficient, positive hospital environment

What You’ll Bring

  • Veterinary technician experience preferred, but not required
  • Passion for veterinary medicine and compassionate patient care
  • Strong client education and communication skills
  • Ability to build rapport with clients, teammates, and leadership
  • Positive and supportive approach to teamwork
  • Patience, kindness, compassion, and understanding
  • Ability to remain professional and composed in a fast-paced environment
  • Confidence taking ownership of tasks and responsibilities
  • Eagerness to learn, grow, and strengthen your technical skills
  • Dependable, collaborative, and team-focused work style

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

  • A team that genuinely cares about employee well-being
  • Training and mentorship to support continued growth
  • Opportunities to strengthen your skills in a hands-on veterinary environment
  • A professional workplace where kindness and teamwork matter
  • Major holidays off
  • A family-friendly atmosphere
  • The chance to build lasting relationships with pets and their families

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

  • A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
  • 401(k) retirement benefits
  • Tuition Support Program
  • Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

  • Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
  • Supplemental insurance options
  • Sick Time / Paid Time Off
  • Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
  • Pet discounts on services and products
  • Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

  • Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
  • Professional development opportunities
  • State veterinary technician license reimbursement for eligible credentialed technicians
  • VTNE exam fee reimbursement for eligible technicians
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Uniform allowance
  • Access to Vetcor TechLife, a community of veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits

  • Hospital closed on major holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee discount program
  • Family-friendly workplace atmosphere

Join Our Team!

At Jackson Veterinary Hospital, great veterinary medicine starts with a compassionate, skilled, and supported team. We value your expertise, your passion for pets, your willingness to keep learning, and your ability to lift up the people working beside you.

Think you’re the Veterinary Technician we’re looking for? Apply today and help us continue creating healthier lives for pets and their families!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Jackson Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our workplace by bringing different perspectives and experiences, and we are committed to creating a culture where employees can be their authentic selves, feel a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

 

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