Top 4 Veterinary technician general practice Jobs in Prairieville, La

Veterinary Technician - General Practice
Sherwood South Animal Hospital & Emergency Center —Baton Rouge, LA
- Full-time
- Clinic experience
- Mid-level
- Operating room
- Continuing education credits
- Paid parental leave
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Lead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - With Surgery Focus
Destination Pet LLC —Baton Rouge, LA
- $25 - $29 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Surgery
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Destination Pet LLC —Baton Rouge, LA
- $25 - $29 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
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Veterinary Assistant
Petco —Baton Rouge, LA
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- 401(k)

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Active Ohio veterinary license (or eligibility to obtain one). State licensing, DEA registration, AVMA, OVMA, PLIT, and professional dues paid.
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Veterinary Technician - General Practice

Sherwood South Animal Hospital & Emergency Center
Baton Rouge, LA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Continuing education credits
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Animal health monitoring
Pet care
Surgery assistance
Direct patient care
Medical chart preparation
Animal hospital experience
Veterinary medication administration
Maintaining an organized workspace
Veterinary laboratory sample handling
Veterinary Technician Certification
Surgical instrument organization
Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures
Clinic experience
Medication pass administration
Assisting medical staff
Mid-level
Working with individuals in post-surgery recovery
Animal drug administration
Preparing medical treatment area
Medical diagnostic testing
Veterinary diagnostic tools
Patient history taking
Medical laboratory equipment
Anesthesiology
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
Clinical staff mentoring
Veterinary anesthesia monitoring
Animal patient charting
Dental equipment
Cleaning

Full Job Description

Description

Veterinary Technician – General Practice
Sherwood South Animal Hospital & Emergency Center
Baton Rouge, LA

Join a Hospital That Offers Variety, Teamwork, and High‑Quality Care

Sherwood South Animal Hospital & Emergency Center is hiring a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician to join our general practice team within a dynamic 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital. This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety, teamwork, and practicing quality medicine in a fast‑paced, supportive environment.

Our hospital serves dogs and cats across East & West Baton Rouge Parish, Zachary, Denham Springs, Central, and Prairieville, offering primary care, urgent care, emergency services, dentistry, boarding, and grooming—all under one roof.

What You’ll Do
As a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play a vital role in daily patient care by:

Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
Supporting anesthesia, surgical assisting, and post‑operative care
Preparing patients and instruments for surgery
Monitoring anesthetic patients and observing changes in condition
Collecting laboratory samples and performing in‑house diagnostics
Operating digital radiography and other diagnostic equipment
Administering medications and prescribed treatments
Recording accurate patient histories and medical records
Assisting with patient admissions and discharges
Using safe restraint techniques and following hospital protocols
Maintaining clean, organized, and sterile exam, treatment, and lab areas
Collaborating with doctors, technicians, and support staff
Supporting and mentoring fellow team members as needed

What We’re Looking For
Experience & Skills

Experience working as a veterinary technician in a clinical setting with direct patient care

CVT / LVT / RVT credentials encouraged, but not required
Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assisting
Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
Team‑oriented, professional, and compassionate demeanor

If you have general practice experience and an interest in learning within a multi‑service hospital, we encourage you to apply.

Why Sherwood South?

24/7 Emergency & Critical Care hospital
Strong teamwork and emotionally intelligent culture
Direct support from Thrive’s national Facilities team
Fast‑paced, meaningful work environment

You’ll Grow with Us
Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills

And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits – Our Care in Action
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing, including:

401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Mental health support through Lyra Health
Paid parental leave
Purr-ental leave for new pet adoptions
Backup childcare and elder care support
FREE CE courses
Pet care discounts and perks
Student loan support tools

Some benefits are available to full-time team members (30+ hours/week) and may be subject to eligibility requirements.

About Thrive
Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, Thrive Plus membership, HereFurYou Helpline, online booking, and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.

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