Veterinary Technician

Do you consider cat hair a fashion accessory and introduce yourself to strangers' dogs? Have you ever forgotten your neighbor's name but know every dog on your block? If so, the team at Pershing Oaks Animal Hospital wants to talk!  

Pershing Oaks Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced veterinary technician to add to their dedicated team. Working together to establish and uphold the highest standards of patient care, we believe that to care for our patients, we must also care for each other. We strive to cultivate a supportive, fun environment that encourages camaraderie and opportunities to learn and grow. In addition to practicing excellent medicine with exceptional people, Pershing Oaks Animal Hospital offers consistent scheduling, excellent work-life balance, and awesome benefits, including:  

Financial Benefits:   

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance  

• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan  

• Flexible Spending Account  

• 529 Savings Plan  

• Tuition Support Program  

• Referral bonus program   

Wellness Benefits:   

• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision  

• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance  

• All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child  

• Sick Time / Paid Time Off  

• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets  

• Pet discounts on services and products  

• Pet food discount program   

Workplace Benefits:   

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program  

• Professional development opportunities   

• State license reimbursement  

• VTNE exam fee reimbursement  

• Continuing education allowance  

• Uniform allowance   

• A vibrant Facebook community where like-minded teammates come together to share ideas, swap experiences, and uplift each other with support and inspiration!  

Lifestyle Benefits:  

• Six paid holidays  

• Employee Assistance Program  

• Employee discount program  

Technician job Responsibilities:  

• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint  

• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines  

• Experience with anesthesia monitoring  

• Competency in emergency and surgical care - including IV catheter placement  

• Diagnostics - including radiographs, phlebotomy and sample collection, and in-house lab work  

• Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff.   

• Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions.  

Education and Experience:  

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience or educational background.  

Skills and Abilities:  

• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.  

• Critical thinking   

• Proficiency in handling animals of varying temperaments.  

• Familiarity with basic grooming practices for a diverse range of small animals.  

• Capability to perform moderately heavy physical tasks, must be able to lift up to 50lbs.  

• Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach.  

We are a full-service hospital that provides exceptional veterinary care for dogs and cats - we absolutely love serving our clients and patients. Our wonderful practice has an In-House IDEXX LaserCyte CBC, Catalyst Chemistry Machine, Sedecal Vet-Ray Digital Radiography, Cornerstone Software, and more. Our team is passionate about their work, and we are incredibly close; we have created a family-like atmosphere and an enjoyable work environment. We are also very proud to work with the ASPCA of Central Florida. We have proudly served Orlando, FL for over 30 years!   

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us? Apply today and take the first step towards joining our team. We can’t wait to meet you!  

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Pershing Oaks Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.