About Us
PAWS Veterinary Center is an independent, full-service veterinary hospital in Plantation, FL, proudly serving Broward County's pet community. We offer surgery, wellness care, dentistry, boarding, holistic and integrative therapies, and USDA-accredited international health certificates. Our hospital features separate dog and cat entrances and waiting areas, and our team is committed to a low-stress, compassionate environment for every patient and client.
We are proud to serve as the official veterinary provider for the Plantation Fire Department, and community is at the heart of everything we do. We're growing and looking for a skilled, experienced vet tech who shares our passion for being a meaningful part of the community and wants to become an essential part of our team.
The Role
We're looking for a confident, experienced Veterinary Technician to grow with us. PAWS is an expanding practice — you won't be thrown into chaos on day one, but you will be expected to bring real technical skills and a genuine ability to connect with clients. You'll work closely with our veterinarians across a range of cases as we continue to build our patient base.
What you'll do:
- Communicate clearly and warmly with clients — keeping them informed, at ease, and confident in the care their pet is receiving
- Place IV catheters and perform blood draws with confidence
- Assist with and monitor anesthesia for surgical and dental procedures
- Perform surgical prep, sterile instrument handling, and surgical support
- Conduct dental cleanings, dental radiographs, and assist with oral procedures
- Assist with ultrasound procedures
- Collect and process diagnostic samples (blood, urine, cytology, etc.)
- Operate and maintain in-house diagnostic equipment (digital X-ray, ultrasound, lab)
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
- Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
What We Offer
- Flexible scheduling — part-time and full-time positions available
- Competitive pay — $20–$28/hr, commensurate with experience
- Modern, well-equipped facility — digital radiography, in-house diagnostics, and more
- Supportive team culture — independent practice, not corporate
- Employee pet discounts
- Uniform allowance
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience required
- Strong anesthesia monitoring skills — comfortable managing a patient under anesthesia independently
- Experience with dental cleanings and dental radiography
- IV catheter placement and blood draw proficiency required
- Proficiency with in-house laboratory equipment and digital radiography
- Excellent communication skills — with both clients and the clinical team
- Ability to multitask calmly in a growing practice environment
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
- References required
How to Apply
Send your resume, references, and a brief note about your experience to: [email protected]
Subject line: Vet Tech Application – [Your Name]
We review every application and respond promptly. We'd love to meet you.
PAWS Veterinary Center is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
