Credentialed Veterinary Technician Patient Care Advocate
american veterinary groupHaines City, FL
Credentialed Veterinary Technician Patient Care Advocate
american veterinary groupHaines City, FLSenior L5
Veterinary Technologists and TechniciansVeterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal CaretakersVeterinarians
Veterinary ServicesAll Other Miscellaneous Ambulatory Health Care ServicesPet Care (except Veterinary) Services
APPLY NOWCredentialed Veterinary TechnicianPatient Care AdvocateThe Credentialed Veterinary TechnicianPatient Care Advocate is a key member of the medical team, supporting patient care, appointment flow, and client communication in a hands-on, highly collaborative role. Patient Care Advocates work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and hospital leadership to ensure pets receive timely, safe, and compassionate care while helping the hospital operate efficiently.
This position functions within state regulations and under the direction of the veterinarian.
As a senior-level technician role, the Patient Care Advocate serves as an experienced medical support partner, assisting with examinations, treatments, diagnostics, and daily workflow.
Patient Care Advocates support the delivery of care but do not diagnose, prescribe, or make independent medical decisionsall care is provided with veterinarian oversight.
This role is ideal for a licensed technician who is comfortable taking on elevated responsibility, managing appointment flow, and contributing to a patient-first, team-centered environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient & Client SupportGreet clients and patients with professionalism and compassion, ensuring a positive experience from arrival through discharge
Obtain accurate patient histories and document presenting concerns
Prepare patients for examinations and treatments
Communicate treatment plans, estimates, and discharge instructions clearly under veterinarian guidance
Reinforce client education related to preventive care, diagnostics, and follow-up recommendations
Act as a liaison between clients and the medical team to support clear communication and trust
Clinical & Workflow SupportAssist veterinarians during exams and treatments, including safe patient restraint and exam room preparation
Support appointment flow by managing patient movement and minimizing wait times
Assist with diagnostic preparation, sample handling, and coordination of in-house or reference lab testing
Support drop-off and urgent care workflows by coordinating patient updates and client communication
Prepare and maintain exam rooms, equipment, and supplies according to hospital protocols
Operational & Administrative SupportAccurately document patient information, services rendered, and client communications in the practice management system
Support scheduling and front desk workflows as needed to optimize hospital capacity
Assist with follow-up outreach, reminders, and rescheduling efforts
Maintain hospital cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety and infection-control standards
Perform additional duties as needed to support hospital operations and team success
Ramp-Up & Performance ExpectationsTo support patient safety and long-term success, this role includes a 120-day ramp-up period. During this time, team members complete onboarding, training, and LevelUp program requirements, and work toward validated competency in role-specific clinical skills.
Appointment volume, workflow responsibility, and senior-level expectations are introduced progressively and aligned to demonstrated competency and readiness not immediately upon hire.
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Level
Senior L5
Location
Haines City, FL
Occupation
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Industry
Veterinary Services
Posted
2 days ago