Job Overview
Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Vet Tech, where your passion for animal care and technical expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their owners. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, compassionate environment, supporting veterinary professionals with hands-on animal care, clinical procedures, and client communication. Your role will be vital in ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare while fostering a welcoming experience for pet owners. If you thrive on teamwork, attention to detail, and love working with animals, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in veterinary medicine.
Candidates must be willing to work at both Cascade Veterinary Clinic locations in Garden Valley and Cascade, ID.
Hours: 8am - 5:30pm, Monday-Friday.
Monday/Wednesday/Friday in Garden Valley and Tuesday/Thursday in Cascade.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures by preparing animals and maintaining a sterile environment using aseptic techniques.
- Handle animals safely and confidently, including dog handling, animal restraint, and equine experience when applicable.
- Perform animal husbandry tasks such as feeding, cleaning enclosures, and maintaining proper record keeping of patient histories and treatment plans.
- Administer medications and injections (including IV insertion) accurately following veterinary instructions while ensuring animal safety through proper restraint and handling.
- Support laboratory work by collecting samples, performing basic tests, and maintaining laboratory equipment with attention to detail.
- Maintain cleanliness of the clinic by sanitizing kennels, treatment areas, surgical instruments, and equipment to uphold health standards.
- Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding pet care instructions, medication administration, and follow-up needs while demonstrating excellent client communication skills.
Requirements
- Previous veterinary clinic experience or veterinary assistant experience is highly preferred; familiarity with veterinary terminology is essential.
- Kennel experience and veterinary critical care experience are advantageous for handling diverse patient needs efficiently.
- Strong animal handling skills across different species including dogs, cats, and horses; knowledge of animal behavior enhances safety and care quality.
- Ability to perform technical tasks such as IV insertion, animal catheterization, aseptic technique, and medication administration accurately.
- Experience with front desk duties such as client communication, appointment scheduling, record keeping, and managing pet care inquiries.
- Knowledge of animal physiology and anatomy helps in understanding treatment procedures and patient needs.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) use is mandatory to ensure safety for both staff and animals during procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills for record keeping and laboratory tasks; attention to detail is crucial for accurate documentation.
- A proactive attitude with a passion for animal welfare combined with strong teamwork skills makes you an ideal candidate for this energetic role.
Join us in providing exceptional care that improves animal health and enhances the human-animal bond! This position offers valuable hands-on experience in a supportive environment dedicated to advancing veterinary excellence.
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
