Veterinary Technician — Job Overview
Step into a fast-paced, pet-focused environment where your technical skill and compassion truly matter. As a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play a key role in supporting veterinarians, delivering high-quality medical and surgical care, and ensuring every patient receives thoughtful, fear-free handling. This paid position offers hands-on experience, professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their owners.
Duties
- Clinical support — Assist veterinarians during exams, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures by preparing equipment and maintaining strict aseptic technique.
- Animal restraint — Perform confident, safe restraint to protect both patients and staff during treatments.
- Laboratory work — Collect and process blood, urine, and tissue samples following proper medical protocols.
- Medication administration — Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed while monitoring patient responses.
- General pet care — Support daily routines including feeding, grooming, kennel cleaning, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Catheter placement — Perform catheterization with precision and adherence to critical-care standards.
- Recordkeeping — Maintain accurate medical records, lab results, and drug logs in compliance with DEA and USDA regulations.
- Animal husbandry — Assist with care for companion animals and equines, ensuring comfort, safety, and overall well-being.
- Surgical assistance — Prepare sterile fields, monitor anesthesia, and support post-operative recovery.
- Training & grooming support — Participate in dog handling, basic training, or grooming tasks when needed to enhance patient care.
Experience & Qualifications
- Veterinary and animal care experience required.
- Knowledge of terminology and anatomy essential for success.
- Hands-on medical/surgical experience and familiarity with aseptic technique highly valued.
- Pet grooming and handling experience is a plus.
- Equine or critical-care experience considered a strong asset.
- Protocol compliance with DEA/USDA regulations and safe restraint practices required.
- Strong communication skills for teamwork and client interaction.
Join Our Team
Embark on a rewarding veterinary career where your dedication to animal health is recognized and supported. We offer ongoing training, a collaborative environment, and a culture built on compassion, precision, and teamwork.
