Overview
Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Veterinary Technician and become a vital part of providing exceptional animal care! In this energetic role, you will assist veterinarians with a wide range of medical procedures, ensure the comfort and safety of our animal patients, and support pet owners with compassionate communication. Your expertise in animal handling, laboratory work, anesthesia, and emergency medicine will help us deliver top-tier veterinary services in a fast-paced, rewarding environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and their owners.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures, diagnostic imaging, and critical care treatments with precision and aseptic technique.
- Perform animal restraint, handling, and husbandry to ensure safety for both animals and staff.
- Conduct laboratory tests such as blood draws (phlebotomy), urine analysis, and other diagnostic procedures using veterinary software and lab equipment.
- Administer medications, vaccines, and fluids via IV insertion or other routes while monitoring anesthesia during surgeries or critical care cases.
- Support radiology diagnostics by preparing animals for X-ray procedures, operating imaging equipment, and assisting with radiology diagnostics interpretation.
- Maintain detailed medical records, update patient files in veterinary software, and document all procedures accurately.
- Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding pet care instructions, treatment plans, and follow-up needs to foster trust and understanding.
Qualifications
- Proven kennel experience along with animal husbandry skills to ensure proper care before, during, and after treatments.
- Knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal physiology, anatomy, and emergency medicine protocols.
- Hands-on experience with anesthesia monitoring (including general anesthesia), vascular access (IV catheterization), and veterinary surgical assistance.
- Familiarity with diagnostic radiology techniques such as X-ray imaging and radiology diagnostics tools.
- Ability to handle dogs confidently through dog training techniques and animal restraint skills; experience with equine or other large animals is a plus.
- Proficiency in using veterinary laboratory workstations, phlebotomy tools, medication administration techniques, and medical equipment operation.
- Strong client communication skills to explain procedures clearly and provide pet care guidance effectively.
- Certification or experience in veterinary critical care or emergency medicine is highly desirable.
Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to advancing animal health through skilled technical support! This role offers continuous learning opportunities in veterinary anesthesia, laboratory diagnostics, critical & intensive care, pet grooming basics, radiology diagnostics, and more—all within a supportive environment committed to your professional growth.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person
