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WEEKEND Veterinary Technician (Emergency & General Practice)
Location: Oviedo, FL
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Oviedo Veterinary Care and Emergency is seeking an experienced and motivated Veterinary Technician to join our 24-hour animal hospital in Oviedo, FL. We are dedicated to providing high-quality veterinary care, advanced medical services, and exceptional client experiences to our community.
We are looking for a skilled Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced emergency and general practice environment and is passionate about both critical care and preventative medicine.
Why Join Us?
- 24/7 progressive veterinary practice with a strong community presence
- Collaborative, forward-thinking team environment
- Flexible scheduling options, including evenings and weekends
- Opportunity to work with both routine and emergency cases
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians with routine, surgical, and emergency procedures
- Perform patient triage and emergency stabilization of critical cases
- Provide care and treatment for hospitalized patients
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records
- Support daily workflow and ensure efficient clinic operations
- Communicate effectively with clients regarding care, treatment plans, and follow-ups
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Veterinary Technician or Vet Tech (Emergency experience preferred)
- Proficiency in animal restraint and handling techniques
- Experience with patient triage and critical care support
- Skilled in venipuncture and sample collection
- Ability to perform laboratory diagnostics, including fecal exams and cytology preparation/analysis
- Familiarity with in-house laboratory equipment and blood analyzers
- Experience performing digital radiography (X-rays)
- Knowledge of common veterinary medications, dosages, and routes of administration
- Experience with surgical nursing and anesthesia monitoring
- Strong client communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
What We’re Looking For:
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented professional
- Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced veterinary environment
- Confident handling emergency and critical care cases
- Committed to delivering excellent patient care and client service
- Schedule would be Saturdays and Sundays
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and professional references for consideration.
Work Location: In-person (Oviedo, FL)
Remote Work: Not available
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Critical care: 2 years (Required)
- Veterinary technician: 2 years (Required)
- ICU Technician: 2 years (Preferred)
- Surgical: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $24