Shelter Veterinary Technician Shelter Medicine
Job Location:
Lakeland, FL - USA
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Job Summary
- Diverse Experiences: Work with a wide variety of medical cases and animals each with unique medical behavioral and environmental needs. No two days are exactly alike.
- Team Impact: Be part of a collaborative team supporting SPCA Floridas shelter animals and making a meaningful difference in their lives. Our high-performing team looks forward to solving problems together achieving goals together and having fun along the way.
- Continuous Growth: Build your expertise in shelter medicine animal welfare regulations medical procedures and the latest approaches to veterinary care. At SPCA Florida your passion for veterinary medicine and compassion for animals are matched by our commitment to your professional growth.
- Purposeful Work: Help ensure the ethical and humane treatment of shelter animals while providing the medical care they need to heal thrive and find their forever homes.
- Work-Life Balance: Veterinary medicine may be your calling but we believe you should also have a fulfilling life outside of work. Our schedule and benefits are designed to support both your career and your personal well-being.
SPCA Florida offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally including:
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off: Ten (10) days / 80 hours after 60 days of employment during your first year
- Health Insurance: SPCA Florida contributes approximately 75% of the premium
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- $30000 Employer-Paid Life Insurance at no cost to you
- Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
- Professional Development and Continuing Education Opportunities
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We recognize that animal welfare work can be emotionally and mentally demanding and we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees.
- Bereavement Leave: Including up to three (3) paid days
- Up to 40 Hours of Paid Jury Duty Leave
- Generous Personal Pet Care Discounts
- A positive collaborative supportive and mission-driven workplace culture
- A family-like team passionate about helping animals and serving our community
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them
- The opportunity to directly support SPCA Floridas mission of saving as many animal lives as possible
Were seeking a Veterinary Technician with a strong foundation in general veterinary medicine relevant experience and a genuine commitment to animal care.
The ideal candidate is confident conscientious dependable and comfortable working as part of a collaborative and motivated team. A genuine interest in animal welfare is essential along with a calm and approachable demeanor and a willingness to contribute across the full range of shelter veterinary technician duties.
You should also have excellent communication skills strong attention to detail and the ability to remain focused organized and adaptable in a fast-paced shelter environment.
- Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred
- Experience in general veterinary medicine preferred
- Shelter medicine or animal welfare experience is a plus
- Strong knowledge of veterinary nursing and patient care
- Comfortable handling dogs and cats of varying sizes temperaments and medical conditions
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
- Compassionate patient and professional approach to animal care
- Commitment to humane treatment and high standards of veterinary care
As a Shelter Veterinary Technician you will play an important role in maintaining the health and well-being of SPCA Floridas shelter animals.
Responsibilities include:
- Monitor the health and well-being of shelter animals through daily medical rounds
- Follow up on reported medical concerns received verbally by email or through established medical communication systems
- Identify and communicate changes in an animals condition to the appropriate veterinary team member
- Administer medications and vaccines according to established shelter protocols and veterinary direction
- Check in new animals through the shelters medical intake process
- Perform and document routine medical treatments and procedures
- Assist veterinarians during surgery including patient preparation anesthesia monitoring and recovery
- Assist with surgical and medical procedures as directed by the veterinarian
- Monitor patients before during and after procedures
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
- Maintain cleanliness organization and appropriate inventory of medical treatment and surgical areas
- Communicate questions concerns and medical updates to veterinary and shelter team members
- Respond to questions and concerns from staff volunteers adopters and fosters by phone email and in person in a timely and professional manner
- Work collaboratively with shelter and veterinary staff to support the overall health and welfare of the animals
- Follow established medical protocols safety procedures and animal welfare standards
- Assist with other shelter medical duties as needed
Shelter medicine is extremely rewarding and we are looking for a positive highly self-motivated creative kind organized and team-oriented individual to join our team.
If you are a veterinary technician who enjoys shelter medicine thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to use your skills to help save lives we would love to hear from you.
Come be part of a team where your veterinary skills have a direct impact every dayand where the animals you care for are counting on you.
SPCA Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
SPCA Florida, Network of Hope! We are dedicated to improving the lives of pets and people in Polk County and surrounding areas.
