Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine | $22–$29/hr, based on experience and licensure

Florida Veterinary Referral Center | Estero, FL

Full-Time | Tuesday–Friday | Four 10-hour day shifts | Holiday participation and overnight/weekend on-call rotation

Florida Veterinary Referral Center (FVRC) in Estero, FL is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Technician who enjoys working with complex medical cases, advanced diagnostics, and long-term patient care alongside experienced and board-certified veterinarians.

As an Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician, you will play an important role in diagnostic workups, patient monitoring, client education, and treatment of patients with chronic and complex medical conditions. You'll have opportunities to expand your technical skills while working in a collaborative emergency and specialty veterinary hospital.

Compensation

• $22–$29/hour based on experience
• Differential pay available for overnight and weekend hours

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Employee referral program
• 100% hospital-paid Penn Foster scholarship opportunities
• Additional benefits may be available based on eligibility

Schedule

• Full-time
• Tuesday–Friday
• Four 10-hour day shifts
• Participation in holiday shifts
• Overnight and weekend on-call rotation

Responsibilities

As a Veterinary Technician on the Internal Medicine team, you will:

• Partner with board-certified and experienced veterinarians to evaluate and manage patients with chronic and complex medical conditions
• Support diagnostic workups for multisystem and chronic diseases and help the medical team develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Assist with advanced diagnostic procedures, including abdominal ultrasound, CT scans, and endoscopy
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for diagnostic and medical procedures
• Provide skilled nursing care and closely monitor patients throughout diagnostic procedures and treatment
• Perform and assist with venipuncture, phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, laboratory testing, and other technical procedures
• Assist with anesthesia and patient monitoring as needed for diagnostic and medical procedures
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Monitor patient condition and communicate changes or concerns promptly to the medical team
• Educate clients about medications, treatment plans, follow-up care, and what to expect throughout their pet's ongoing treatment
• Build trusting relationships with clients whose pets may require long-term or complex medical care
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records, treatment plans, and patient documentation
• Communicate diagnostic findings, patient updates, and changes in condition effectively with veterinarians and the broader care team
• Help clients navigate complex medical recommendations with compassion, professionalism, and clear communication
• Collaborate with Veterinary Technicians, assistants, client care, and other hospital teams to provide exceptional cross-departmental patient care
• Help maintain efficient daily workflows, organized treatment areas, and appropriate equipment and supply levels

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician
• Specialty veterinary experience preferred; Internal Medicine experience strongly preferred
• LVT certification is prioritized
• Strong knowledge of advanced veterinary nursing and patient care
• Experience with restraint, diagnostic imaging, phlebotomy, anesthesia, laboratory equipment, and laboratory procedures
• Familiarity with advanced diagnostics and specialty medicine preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately follow patient care and anesthesia protocols
• Excellent communication skills with clients and veterinary team members
• Ability to adapt to the individual needs of patients in a specialty and emergency veterinary environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced hospital
• Commitment to excellent patient care and outstanding client service
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive, respectful team culture
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

About the Hospital

Florida Veterinary Referral Center (FVRC) is a state-of-the-art 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in Estero, FL. Our team is committed to providing outstanding patient care through experienced doctors, skilled Veterinary Technicians, and a collaborative support team.

FVRC offers competitive compensation, opportunities for professional development, and a strong focus on training. The hospital also provides 100% hospital-paid Penn Foster scholarship opportunities to support team members who want to continue their education and advance their veterinary careers.

As FVRC continues to grow, we are expanding both the size and skill of our technical team. Veterinary Technicians are valued members of the medical team and are encouraged to continue developing their skills while contributing to high-quality emergency and specialty patient care.

Surrounding Areas

Florida Veterinary Referral Center proudly serves Estero and surrounding Southwest Florida communities, including Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Naples, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, and surrounding areas. Estero offers convenient access to Southwest Florida's beaches, outdoor recreation, dining, shopping, and year-round warm weather while providing easy access to the larger Fort Myers and Naples communities. Southwest Florida offers a coastal lifestyle with access to beaches, boating, fishing, outdoor recreation, and a variety of communities throughout the Fort Myers–Naples area. Estero provides convenient access to both Fort Myers and Naples while offering opportunities to build a rewarding veterinary career. Relocating for the right opportunity? Qualified candidates may be eligible for relocation assistance!

If you're an experienced Veterinary Technician looking to advance your career while working alongside an exceptional team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help make a difference for pets and the families who love them!

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

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At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

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