Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Location: Idaho Equine Hospital, Nampa, Idaho
Position Type: Full-time
Pay: Based on experience
Position Summary
Idaho Equine Hospital is seeking a dependable, motivated Veterinary Assistant/Technician to join our team. This position works closely with our veterinarians and support staff to provide exceptional care to equine patients in a busy hospital and clinical environment.
The ideal candidate will have strong horse-handling skills, a positive attitude and the ability to remain calm and organized in both routine and emergency situations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Safely handle, restrain and move horses for examinations, treatments and procedures
- Assist veterinarians with routine appointments, diagnostic procedures and emergency cases
- Prepare patients, equipment and treatment areas for procedures
- Assist with radiographs, ultrasound examinations, injections, catheter placement, bandaging and other treatments as directed
- Monitor hospitalized patients and promptly report changes or concerns to the attending veterinarian
- Administer medications and treatments under veterinary supervision
- Collect and prepare blood, urine and other diagnostic samples
- Maintain accurate patient records and treatment sheets
- Clean, disinfect and organize stalls, treatment areas, equipment and hospital spaces
- Stock supplies and notify management when inventory is low
- Assist with patient admission, discharge and client communication
- Follow all hospital safety, biosecurity and infection-control protocols
- Participate in emergency care, weekend or holiday coverage as scheduled
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Horse-handling experience is required
- Ability to safely and confidently work around horses of different ages, sizes and temperaments
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Dependable, punctual and able to follow instructions
- Ability to remain professional and composed in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to learn and accept constructive feedback
- Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in an equine veterinary hospital, veterinary clinic, barn or related setting
- Veterinary assistant or technician training
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to bend, kneel, reach, push and pull
- Ability to safely restrain and work around large animals
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift
Schedule
This is a full-time position. The schedule may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and emergency coverage depending on hospital needs.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit a résumé and a minimum of three professional references.
Professional Expectations
All team members are expected to demonstrate compassion, professionalism, accountability and respect toward patients, clients and coworkers. Patient safety and excellent veterinary care must remain the highest priorities.
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
