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Veterinary Technician Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Bradenton, FL - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 25 - 28
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
2 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
29 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Build Your Veterinary Career in One of Floridas Most Desirable Coastal Communities
Animal Hospital at Lakewood Ranch is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or highly skilled Veterinary Technician to join our well-established full-service general practice in Bradenton Floridajust minutes from the beaches of Sarasota.
This is an exciting opportunity for a technician who wants more than just a job. Were looking for an outgoing motivated professional who is ready to contribute to a thriving hospital grow clinically and potentially step into future leadership or specialty career pathways within Innovetive Petcare.
We are offering a $1000 sign-on bonus for CVTs with surgery and anesthesia experience who are committed to long-term growth with our team.
If youre looking for sunshine career development and a supportive hospital culturethis is your moment.
Why Lakewood Ranch
Live and work where others vacation.
- Minutes from Sarasotas beaches and Gulf Coast lifestyle
- Growing family-friendly community with strong veterinary demand
- Excellent relocation opportunity for experienced technicians
- Balanced lifestyle with access to coastal living dining and outdoor recreation
About Animal Hospital at Lakewood Ranch
We are a well-established high-quality general practice committed to:
- Exceptional patient care
- Strong client relationships
- High standards of veterinary medicine
- Collaborative team-based culture
We offer a dynamic environment that includes small animal medicine surgery diagnostics and exotic species care giving technicians a diverse and engaging clinical experience.
This is not a routine GP technician role.
This is a hands-on clinical position with exposure to:
- Advanced surgery and anesthesia
- Exotic animal medicine (small mammals and exotics)
- Diagnostic imaging and laboratory work
- High-quality preventative and wellness care
- Urgent and same-day medical cases
Ideal for technicians who want to stay sharp learn continuously and expand their skillset across multiple species.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care & Nursing
- Perform patient assessments and monitor clinical status
- Administer medications vaccines and treatments
- Provide hands-on nursing care throughout hospitalization and recovery
- Respond confidently to urgent patient needs
- Assist in outpatient and inpatient care workflows
Surgery & Anesthesia Support
- Prepare patients and surgical suites using sterile technique
- Assist in surgical procedures and patient positioning
- Perform anesthesia induction monitoring and recovery care
- Monitor vitals including ECG SpO₂ blood pressure and temperature
- Support safe and efficient post-operative recovery
Diagnostics & Laboratory Support
- Perform in-house diagnostics (bloodwork urinalysis cytology)
- Assist with radiographs and imaging procedures
- Collect and process diagnostic samples
- Communicate findings with the medical team
Exotic & Mixed Animal Support
- Assist with handling and restraint of small mammals and exotic species
- Support species-specific care and treatment plans
- Learn and apply specialized handling techniques for non-traditional patients
Client Communication & Education
- Educate clients on treatment plans medications and preventive care
- Provide clear discharge instructions and at-home care guidance
- Build strong client relationships through compassionate communication
Hospital Operations
- Maintain accurate medical records in EMR systems
- Ensure cleanliness organization and compliance standards
- Assist with inventory and supply management
- Support smooth daily hospital flow
What Were Looking For
- Ability to stand walk bend and move throughout shifts
- Ability to lift and restrain animals up to 50 lbs
- Manual dexterity for clinical and surgical tasks
- Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical setting with competing priorities
- Comfortable working in a veterinary environment with:
- Animal dander and allergens
- Cleaning agents and disinfectants
- Medical supplies and pharmaceuticals
Required Experience
- 1 year of veterinary technician experience required
- Strong experience in patient care anesthesia and surgery support
- Experience in general practice or high-quality clinical environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or Associates degree in Veterinary Technology with the ability to sit for the VTNE.
- Exotic animal experience (or strong interest in learning)
- Surgery and anesthesia experience highly valued
- Interest in long-term growth and leadership development
Compensation & Sign-On Bonus
- Starting at $25/hour based on experience for Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVT)
- $1000 sign-on bonus for CVT with surgery/anesthesia experience
- Performance-based growth opportunities
Full-Time Benefits
We invest in our team membersprofessionally and personally.
Health & Financial Benefits
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
- Life and disability coverage options
Professional Growth & Development
- Continuing Education opportunities
- Professional development support
- HeadStart Student Loan Repayment Program (Innovetive Petcare CVTs)
- Designed to support eligible newly credentialed technicians
- Helps reduce student loan burden while building long-term careers
- Licensure reimbursement and renewal support
Lifestyle & Perks
- Employee pet care discounts
- Supportive team-focused hospital culture
- Career pathway opportunities within Innovetive Petcare including:
- Leadership and Practice Management tracks
- Marketing and operations pathways
- Recruiting and talent development opportunities
- Specialty support roles (pharmacy hospital operations etc.)
Who Thrives Here
You may be a great fit if you are:
- Outgoing positive and team-oriented
- Passionate about hands-on patient care
- Confident in surgery and anesthesia support
- Interested in exotic animal medicine
- Looking for long-term career growthnot just a job
- Excited about living and working in coastal Florida
Apply Today
If youre searching for:
- Veterinary Technician Jobs in Bradenton FL
- CVT Jobs Near Sarasota Florida
- Veterinary Surgery Technician Positions
- Exotic Animal Veterinary Technician Jobs
- Veterinary Technician Careers in Florida with Growth Potential
We want to hear from you.
Join Animal Hospital at Lakewood Ranch and build your veterinary career where clinical excellence meets the Florida lifestyle.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
We handle the day-to-day business operations while you provide excellent medical care. Join a veterinary family that cares about your happiness and success.
