Overview
Mount Dora Veterinary Hospital is a full service animal hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. We regularly see dogs, cats, birds, and other exotic animals. Our medical care team has years of experience treating serious conditions and offering regular pet wellness care. Beyond first-rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly, and calm, so that pets can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting their care team!
Dr. Beau Delaporte and the staff of Mount Dora Veterinary Hospital are always working to keep pets and their parents very happy. This has been the goal of the hospital since it was originally founded by Dr. Bill Delaporte in 1985. Our mission is to provide pets with service of the highest quality, keeping your companions healthy and giving their owners peace of mind. We are a family run, full-service veterinary hospital. We pride ourselves in really getting to know our clients and their needs.
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Company Description Mount Dora Veterinary Hospital is a full service animal hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. We regularly see dogs, cats, birds, and other exotic animals. Our medical care team has years of experience treating serious conditions and offering regular pet wellness care. Beyond first-rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly, and calm, so that pets can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting their care team! We believe that it is through communicating with pet parents that we can best work together to give all pets the best medical care possible. Pets are an important part of all our lives, and we want nothing more than to ensure that they remain happy and healthy with their families for a long, long time. We are looking to add an experienced veterinary technician to our amazing medical care team. If you are passionate about animal health and motivated to make a difference in animal's lives, apply today! Our hours of operation are: Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM We are closed on Sundays To learn more about us click here. Job Description Job duties include, but are not limited to: Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development. Qualifications We’re Looking For: A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts Availability to work some Saturdays Excellent client communication and medical record management skills Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting. Additional Information Pay Range: $21 - $24/hr dependent on experience We offer our staff: Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles) Tuition Assistance Program Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster Career Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.) Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/