Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant

Position Overview:
Keys Animal ER at Cruz Animal Hospital is seeking a caring and dependable Veterinary Technician or Assistant to join our team. In this role, you’ll work alongside our veterinarians and experienced technicians to provide high-quality care to our patients and excellent service to our clients. If you’re passionate about animal health and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Prepare patients and equipment for surgery or diagnostic testing.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Perform basic lab work such as running bloodwork, fecals, and urinalysis.
• Handle animals safely and compassionately during restraint, exams, and procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and stocked treatment areas.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients about their pet’s care.
• Support the overall flow of the hospital to ensure efficient patient care.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a veterinary clinic (technician or assistant role).
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills.
• Familiarity with common veterinary terminology, procedures, and equipment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm in a busy environment.
• Positive, dependable, and compassionate attitude.

Schedule:
Full-time daytime position, Monday through Friday with rotating weekends.

Benefits:

Full-Time Benefits & Perks:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance: Coverage available after 90 days.
• Paid Time Off: Start with 40 hours of vacation, increasing annually, plus 24 hours of sick time each year.
• 401(k) Plan: With 3% company matching for eligible employees.
• Profit-Sharing Bonuses: Monthly bonuses based on hospital performance.
• Fear Free Certification: Provided at no cost to you.
• Performance-Based Raises: Annual merit raises based on performance.
• Continuing Education: Opportunities for professional development.
• Team Environment: Work alongside an experienced, supportive team that values collaboration and patient care.

Join our team and help us provide compassionate, high-quality care to pets and their families in the beautiful Florida Keys!

Keys Animal ER at Cruz Animal Hospital is a privately owned, full-service veterinary hospital providing general practice and urgent care during the day and emergency services in the evenings and overnight. As the only 24-hour emergency hospital in the Florida Keys, we serve both local and visiting pet owners with a commitment to high-quality medicine and patient care.