Credentialed Veterinary Technician at Northlake Animal Hospital

PracticeNorthlake Animal Hospital is conveniently located off Northlake Boulevard on 10th Street in Lake Park, FL. Northlake Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital proudly serving North Palm Beach, Lake Park, and the surrounding areas.At Northlake Animal Hospital, our patient's health and emotional well-being are our top priorities. We believe that veterinary visits should be stress-free for both pets and owners and we strive every day to create a fun, friendly, and relaxed environment for pets and owners alike. Our doctors and staff are accountable, work well together and practice honest communication with each-other and clients.

Northlake Animal Hospital is fitted with all the latest technology including digital X-ray, digital dental X-ray, ultrasound and the latest in Idexx laboratory equipment.There is always room to grow as a professional and individual here at Northlake Animal Hospital with our performance based pay scales where we like putting your future in your own hands. Northlake Animal Hospital strives to care for our team and provides benefits such as flexible scheduling, health insurance, PTO and a 401k. Northlake Animal Hospital is closed for major holidays and weekends leaving time for you to spend with your loved ones. The Northlake team believes in a work life balance, and we are always happy to provide time off when requested.

Team members also receive pet discounts for their own furry family members.More About The RoleWe are a fast-paced, growing, three-doctor veterinary practice in Lake Park, Florida seeking a Full-Time experienced Veterinary Technician with strong surgical experience to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated technician who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and is passionate about patient care, efficiency, and team development.What We're Looking For: Strong hands-on surgical experience (anesthesia monitoring, prep, recovery, instrumentation)Comfortable in a fast-paced environmentAbility and willingness to help train and mentor current team membersStrong communication and leadership skillsTeam-oriented mindset with a positive attitudeResponsibilities Include: Surgical anesthesia monitoring and patient careAssisting in surgery and dentistryRunning technician appointments and supporting exam roomsTraining and guiding support staffMaintaining high standards of patient safety and hospital efficiencyCompensation & Benefits: Up to $25/hr depending upon experiencePaid holidaysPaid time offHealth insurance is offered including vision, dental, life, and disability401KBonus opportunitiesCulture: Supportive, team-focused environmentOpportunity to grow within a thriving practiceIf you are a skilled technician who takes pride in high-quality medicine and wants to help elevate a growing team, we would love to meet you!CompetenciesPatience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner.

Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other's ideas.Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up on the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.Essential ResponsibilitiesSurgical anesthesia monitoring and patient careAssisting in surgery and dentistryRunning technician appointments and supporting exam roomsTraining and guiding support staffMaintaining high standards of patient safety and hospital efficiencyAny other duties as assigned.Requirements/QualificationsAbility to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistancePractice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPEBasic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosagesStrong communication skills to ensure patient safetyBenefits OfferedPaid time offHealth, dental, and vision insuranceRetirement benefits (401k, Roth k and matching)Bonus incentiveCareer and professional developmentEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral ProgramBenefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.Pay RangeUSD $21.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.