Are you ready to be part of a POSITIVE privately owned hospital?
Do you enjoy a fast-paced environment while practicing the highest quality of medicine?
We are growing our team and looking for OUTSTANDING veterinary technicians, is that you?
Are you passionate about veterinary medicine and ready to take your career to the next level?
St. Charles Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Overnight Veterinary Technician to join our growing team! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy practicing high-quality medicine, and want to work alongside an exceptional team, we'd love to meet you.
About Us
St. Charles Veterinary Hospital is a privately owned, AAHA-accredited, 24-hour Emergency and General Practice Hospital located in Central Florida. We proudly provide compassionate, advanced medical care for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, pocket pets, exotic animals, and wildlife.
Whether you're passionate about general practice or looking to expand your skills into emergency medicine, exotics, or wildlife, you'll find endless opportunities to learn and grow. While previous emergency, exotic, or wildlife experience is not required, a strong foundation in small animal general practice is essential.
Why Join St. Charles?
You'll work in a collaborative environment with experienced veterinarians and technicians while utilizing advanced medical technology, including:
- AAHA-accredited standards of care
- 24/7 Emergency services
- General Practice Hours
- Complete in-house diagnostic laboratory
- Digital radiography
- CT imaging
- FAST ultrasound
- CO₂ surgical laser
- Companion laser therapy
- Advanced anesthesia and patient monitoring equipment
- Digital dental radiography
- Comprehensive surgery suite
- In-house pharmacy
- Opportunities to work with companion animals, birds, exotics, and wildlife
- Mentorship, continuing education, and opportunities for professional growth
At St. Charles, we believe in supporting one another, delivering exceptional medicine, and creating a workplace where every team member has the opportunity to grow.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is compassionate, motivated, and committed to providing outstanding patient care and exceptional client service.
Veterinary Technician Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience
- Strong foundation in small animal general practice
- Venipuncture
- Intravenous catheter placement
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical assistance
- Digital radiography
- Interpret ear and skin cytology, platelet estimates, urinalysis, fecal analysis, and other in-house diagnostics
- Excellent patient restraint and nursing skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Calm, efficient, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Outstanding communication and customer service skills
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow
- Dependable, self-motivated, and proactive
- Strong team player who values collaboration
- Comfortable using veterinary software (Avimark experience is a plus but not required)
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Must be available to work overnight shifts, weekends, and some holidays.
Full-Time Benefits
We believe in investing in our team and rewarding hard work.
Benefits include:
- $1,000 Sign-On Bonus (paid after 90 days)
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Additional compensation for emergency shifts
- Weekend pay differential
- Health insurance contribution
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Continuing education allowance and certification opportunities
- Uniform allowance
- Regular pay increases based on skill development and continuing education
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee pet care discount
- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing hospital
Join Our Team
If you're looking for more than just a job, if you're looking for a hospital that values teamwork, mentorship, compassion, and practicing exceptional medicine then we encourage you to apply today!
Become part of a team that's committed to making a difference for every patient, every client, and each other. We can't wait to meet you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.50 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Veterinary technician: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Davenport, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
