Overview
Senior Veterinary Internal Medicine Technician Jobs in Saint Petersburg, FL at Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care
Veterinary Internal Medicine Technician
Location: Tampa, Florida
Job Type: Full-time
Department: Internal Medicine
Reports To: Director of Operations
Job Summary
Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care is seeking a Senior Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician to join our growing internal medicine department. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and experienced technician with a passion for complex cases, advanced patient care, and collaborative specialty medicine
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide advanced nursing care to patients with complex internal medicine conditions (GI, renal, hepatic, endocrine, immune-mediated, etc.).
- Perform and interpret advanced diagnostics including ultrasound-guided sample collection, radiology, and endoscopy support.
- Manage anesthesia and sedation for diagnostic procedures.
- Accurately triage and assess patients, escalating changes in status as appropriate.
- Maintain detailed medical records and treatment logs.
- Educate and support clients through complex case management and discharge instructions.
- Lead by example in handling, restraint, aseptic technique, and patient comfort.
- Train and mentor junior technicians and assistants.
- Assist in protocol development and quality improvement within the internal medicine service.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) with current license in good standing.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in internal medicine or a specialty setting.
- Level 2 or 3 technician (per internal leveling standards) with demonstrated senior-level competency.
- Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work autonomously and within a team.
- Strong proficiency in venipuncture, catheter placement, sample collection, imaging support, and patient monitoring.
- Commitment to continued education and pursuit of excellence in Veterinary Internal Medicine.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with specialized diagnostic equipment and procedures.
- Training in advanced anesthesia monitoring.
- Knowledge of veterinary software systems (e.g., Instinct).
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Saint Petersburg, FL 33713 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Saint Petersburg, FL 33713: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Senior Veterinary Internal Medicine Technician
Company: Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care
Location: Saint Petersburg, FL
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