Overview
Veterinary Technician Jobs in Orlando, FL at Curry Ford Animal Hospital
Curry Ford Animal Hospital is dedicated to superior quality animal health care for clients in the greater Orlando area. As a full-service small animal veterinary hospital, we have a wide variety of services available in a single location. From wellness checks through dental and surgical needs, we have the technology and experience you need to safely care for the furry members of your family.
We’ll love your experience, passion, drive, and ability to work well with a team. This is a full-time position for an experienced (at least 1 year) Veterinary Technician.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Discharging patients from the clinic
Fill prescriptions
Draw blood
Obtain vitals on patients
Assist in inducing and maintaining patients under sedation or anesthesia.
Maintain a high standard of patient care
IV catheter placement and maintenance. Drug administration
Assist with surgical and dental procedures, including preparation and monitoring of the patient. Also, assist with performing dental radiographs and dental charting.
Knowledge of drugs and their dosages/uses
Recognizing and reporting pain, distress, or any other patient concerns.
Assist in emergency services (CPR, unaided catheterization/intubation, drug administration)
Skills and Knowledge
Effective communication with clients and staff members
Bilingual preferred (not required)
Ability to safely lift objects or pets of at least 50lbs (you may ask for assistance)
Ability to work with or without direct supervision
Restrain and control cats and dogs of any temperament
Recognize concerning behaviors in pets
Make conversions and calculations
Adapt to different needs and preferences of different doctors.
Ask questions when any task or procedure is unclear
Strong organizational skills
Knowledge of hospital procedures and operating instruction
Benefits include:
Short Term Disability paid for by employer
Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
Kaiser/UMR Insurance Plans with multiple options
Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members
United Healthcare Vision Insurance options
Long Term Disability option
Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000)
Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
Paid time off-inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation
LGBTQIA+ support with FOLX HEALTHCARE (if UMR enrolled)
Sword Digital Musculoskeletal & Physical Therapy Program (if UMR enrolled)
Referral Bonus Program
DailyPay on Demand
We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.
United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
Title: Veterinary Technician
Company: Curry Ford Animal Hospital
Location: Orlando, FL
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