WHO WE NEED We LOVE to train! We are looking for an individual who... • Is compassionate and empathetic. • Is able to maintain positive, cooperative relationships with other employees. • Conducts themself in a confident and professional manner at all times. • Is comfortable learning and utilizing computer systems. • Comfortably restrains pets, even when pets are nervous and frightened. • Enjoys educating clients. • Has confidence in their communication skills. • Takes initiative to keep busy, learn more, and to make improvements. • Has experience with preparing financial estimates and reviewing them with a client. • Calmly and effectively works as part of a team under emergency circumstances. • Is detail-oriented. • Physical effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods of time, frequently works in a bent position. • Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratched and contagious diseases. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • Expansive customer service skills • Phlebotomy techniques for canines and felines • Abdominal, thoracic, orthopedic and dental radiology • Ultrasonography • Dental scaling and polishing • Medical record-keeping • Canine and feline animal restraint • Animal anatomy and physiology • Canine and feline animal diseases and conditions • Anesthetic preparation, intubation, and anesthetic monitoring • Diagnostic sampling and analysis: fecal flotation, urinalysis, skin scraping, cytology, fungal culture, PCV, blood smear, fine needle aspirate, and more! • Medical terminology • Pharmacology • Emergency and critical care • Vaccines and vaccination schedules • Fluid therapy procedures • Basic grooming services • IV catheter placement in canines and felines • Laser therapy • Leadership skills ...and much more! BENEFITS • Health insurance • Vision insurance • Dental insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • 401(k) matching • Discounts on veterinary care, daycare, boarding and grooming for personal pets • Tuition sponsorship for a Veterinary Technology Associate's Degree from Penn Foster College • Advancement opportunities • Unlimited continuing education opportunities • Tickets to local sports games, including Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Icemen • Participation in community events, fundraisers and donation drives • Annual salary raises based upon performance, growth and attitude • 4-day work week (enjoy 3 days off!) • Birthdays off! • Family-feel environment • Routine goal-setting and individualized attention towards achieving personal and professional goals Schedule requirements • 40 hours per week • 4 days per week • Must be available to work every other weekend • Overtime available • Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day At Forever Vets Animal Hospital, we believe in giving the best service to our community in whatever way we can serve. As a Veterinary Technician, you are expected to follow the hospital’s mission in providing the best customer service possible to all our clients while performing all previously-stated duties. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Continuing education credits • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Flexible schedule • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Retirement plan • Tuition reimbursement • Uniform allowance • Vision insurance