SPCA Florida·Lakeland, Florida
Monitor the health of shelter animals through daily rounds and administer medications and vaccines according to protocols. Assist veterinarians during surgeries and manage the medical intake process for new animals.
Veterinary Shelter Technician We are dedicated to enhancing the lives of animals. SPCA Florida is committed to the highest standards of veterinary care and professional ethics. As a NO-KILL shelter, we are growing our team of Veterinary Shelter Technicians who focus solely on providing exceptional medical care to our shelter animals — no client appointments required. This is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated, results-oriented team that values collaboration, open communication, and a positive workplace culture. We strive to leverage one another’s strengths and create an environment where the work is both meaningful and rewarding. We take our mission seriously by delivering excellent, life-saving care to the most vulnerable dogs and cats in our community. Our vision is a humane community where pets and people thrive together. Why You’ll Love A Career in Shelter Medicine:
Diverse Experiences: Work with a variety of caseloads, each with unique medical, behavioral, and environmental needs, keeping everyday exciting.
Team Impact: Be part of a collaborative team supporting SPCA Florida’s Shelter of Animals and make a real difference in animal welfare and our animals’ lives. Our high-performing team looks forward to solving problems together, winning together, and having fun together.
Continuous Growth: Gain expertise in animal welfare regulations, cutting-edge medical techniques, and the latest in medical animal care. At SPCA Florida, your passion for medicine and compassion for animals are matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
Purposeful Work: Your role ensures the ethical and humane treatment of our animals while saving their lives and finding the perfect forever homes.
Work-life Balance: We are committed to offering a benefits package that supports your life and well-being. Just because veterinary medicine is your calling in life doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have a life outside of your job.
The shelter medicine field is extremely rewarding, and we are hoping to find a positive, highly self-motivated, team player, creative, kind, and organized individual to be a part of our team and help make a difference. If you are a veterinary technician who enjoys shelter medicine and working with a dynamic team to save lives, please apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace, and we conduct background checks.
Candidates should be a CVT graduate from an AVMA-accredited program with a strong foundation in general veterinary medicine. A commitment to animal welfare and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment are essential.
Market context
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