Animal Care Technician Jobs in Florida
Animal Care Technician jobs in Florida are open across Tampa, Coral Springs, and Gainesville and other Florida metros, with employers like Banfield Pet Hospital, NVA, and Ethos Veterinary Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Animal and Bird Medical Center is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Technician!
Position Details
Role: Veterinary Technician
Status: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
Schedule: 35–38 hours per week: 4-day work week & every other Saturday (8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.)
Benefits Highlights
Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
Looking for a Veterinary Technician Role That’s Never Boring?
Animal and Bird Medical Center in Palm Harbor is searching for an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate, collaborative team. If you love variety in your day and want the opportunity to work hands-on with everything from dogs and cats to birds, reptiles, rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, and other exotic pets, this may be the perfect fit for you.
Our hospital is home to two Amazon parrots who serve as our lobby mascots, and no two days here are ever the same. We’re passionate about providing high-quality medicine while creating a supportive environment where team members feel valued, encouraged, and empowered to continue growing their skills.
Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Animal and Bird Medical Center
- Supportive, friendly, and team-oriented work environment
- Opportunity to work with a wide variety of species every day
- Continuing education and career growth opportunities
- Hands-on experience with both companion animals and exotics
- A collaborative culture that values learning and mentorship
- A hospital team that genuinely cares about patients, clients, and each other
What You’ll Do
- Assist veterinarians with patient exams, treatments, and procedures
- Obtain patient histories and collect diagnostic samples
- Prepare laboratory samples and assist with in-house testing
- Fill prescriptions and educate clients on medications and treatment plans
- Perform radiographs and support diagnostic procedures
- Place IV catheters and prepare patients for surgery
- Monitor anesthesia and surgical patients
- Perform dental cleanings and patient care procedures
- Answer phones and assist with appointment scheduling as needed
- Provide daily husbandry and nursing care for hospitalized patients
What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring
- Previous experience working in a veterinary setting is required
- Strong technical and patient care skills
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities
- Positive, dependable, and team-focused attitude
- Attention to detail and willingness to continue learning
- Comfort working in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Experience with avian and exotic medicine is a plus, but we are happy to train the right candidate
The Extras You’ll Actually Feel
- A team that truly supports one another
- Opportunities to expand your knowledge and technical skills
- Exposure to a wide variety of interesting medical cases and species
- A positive workplace culture built around collaboration and compassion
- A hospital environment where learning and growth are encouraged every day
Benefits You Can’t Beat
Financial Benefits
- A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
- 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
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
Lifestyle Benefits
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Join Our Team!
If you’re passionate about animal care and excited by the opportunity to work with a wide variety of species alongside a supportive and collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and grow your veterinary career with Animal and Bird Medical Center!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Animal and Bird Medical Center 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.
Animal and Bird Medical Center is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Technician!
Position Details
Role: Veterinary Technician
Status: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
Schedule: 35–38 hours per week: 4-day work week & every other Saturday (8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.)
Benefits Highlights
Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
Looking for a Veterinary Technician Role That’s Never Boring?
Animal and Bird Medical Center in Palm Harbor is searching for an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate, collaborative team. If you love variety in your day and want the opportunity to work hands-on with everything from dogs and cats to birds, reptiles, rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, and other exotic pets, this may be the perfect fit for you.
Our hospital is home to two Amazon parrots who serve as our lobby mascots, and no two days here are ever the same. We’re passionate about providing high-quality medicine while creating a supportive environment where team members feel valued, encouraged, and empowered to continue growing their skills.
Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Animal and Bird Medical Center
- Supportive, friendly, and team-oriented work environment
- Opportunity to work with a wide variety of species every day
- Continuing education and career growth opportunities
- Hands-on experience with both companion animals and exotics
- A collaborative culture that values learning and mentorship
- A hospital team that genuinely cares about patients, clients, and each other
What You’ll Do
- Assist veterinarians with patient exams, treatments, and procedures
- Obtain patient histories and collect diagnostic samples
- Prepare laboratory samples and assist with in-house testing
- Fill prescriptions and educate clients on medications and treatment plans
- Perform radiographs and support diagnostic procedures
- Place IV catheters and prepare patients for surgery
- Monitor anesthesia and surgical patients
- Perform dental cleanings and patient care procedures
- Answer phones and assist with appointment scheduling as needed
- Provide daily husbandry and nursing care for hospitalized patients
What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring
- Previous experience working in a veterinary setting is required
- Strong technical and patient care skills
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities
- Positive, dependable, and team-focused attitude
- Attention to detail and willingness to continue learning
- Comfort working in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Experience with avian and exotic medicine is a plus, but we are happy to train the right candidate
The Extras You’ll Actually Feel
- A team that truly supports one another
- Opportunities to expand your knowledge and technical skills
- Exposure to a wide variety of interesting medical cases and species
- A positive workplace culture built around collaboration and compassion
- A hospital environment where learning and growth are encouraged every day
Benefits You Can’t Beat
Financial Benefits
- A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
- 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
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
Lifestyle Benefits
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Join Our Team!
If you’re passionate about animal care and excited by the opportunity to work with a wide variety of species alongside a supportive and collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and grow your veterinary career with Animal and Bird Medical Center!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Animal and Bird Medical Center 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.
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Animal Care Technician Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Banfield Pet Hospital13
- NVA8
- Ethos Veterinary Health3
- University of Florida3
- Chewy2
Top Industries Hiring
- Animal Care & Pet Services32
- Education3
- Consumer Goods2
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- Technology & Software2
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in animal care technician jobs across Florida.
- Experience handling and restraining multiple animal species safely
- High school diploma or GED, with an associate degree preferred for lab roles
- Knowledge of basic veterinary procedures including injections and wound care
- AALAS certification at the ALAT, LAT, or LATG level
- Ability to maintain accurate animal health records and cage cards
- Familiarity with IACUC protocols and animal welfare regulations
Animal Care Technician Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How many animal care technician jobs are there in Florida?
There are 39+ animal care technician openings in Florida on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Tampa, Coral Springs, and Gainesville. New positions post regularly as employers across Florida hire.
How much do animal care technicians make in Florida?
Animal care technicians in Florida earn a median of about $37,830 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $31,090 for the lowest 10% to over $47,270 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Florida cities have the most animal care technician jobs?
Tampa, Coral Springs, and Gainesville have the most animal care technician openings in Florida right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire animal care technicians in Florida?
Employers hiring animal care technicians in Florida include Banfield Pet Hospital, NVA, and Ethos Veterinary Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote animal care technician jobs in Florida?
Yes. About 0% of animal care technician openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Florida metros.
How do I apply for animal care technician jobs in Florida?
You can apply to animal care technician jobs in Florida directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Florida location, then apply to each one that fits.
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