Veterinary Technician

About this role

Essential Job Functions: The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments or walk-ins and obtain weight and vital signs. • Documentation of the patient visit in the medical record by obtaining and recording a thorough patient history. • Assist veterinarian with appointments (routine and urgent), and euthanasia's, taking direct supervision from the veterinarian(s) or Hospital Lead on Duty. • Perform patient restraint, obtain and collect process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications at the direction of the veterinarian, and input in medical record. • Check out clients, schedule appointments, communicate with and educate clients, relay test results to doctor and clients • Educate clients on preventive care, dental hygiene, nutrition, and more.  • Provide in-hospital treatments for sick patients including giving injectable and oral medications as well as intravenous therapies; keep patients clean, watered, and fed (when indicated and directed by veterinarian), and safely walk canine patients when necessary for elimination. • Collaborate with the team to create a positive work environment and assist with onboarding new employees.  • Keep hospital environment neat and clean; perform regular cleaning. • Participating in ongoing training and hospital improvement initiatives

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform additional duties as assigned. • Provide backup phone and front desk support as needed.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications • 2+ years of veterinary technician experience preferred • Skilled in: • venipuncture and IV catheter placement • patient restraint and treatments • Diagnostic imaging and in house labs

• Strong communication and client education skills • Positive attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment • Flexible schedule availability including rotating Saturdays

Pay Range: $20.00-$22.00 depending on experience and certification At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team: • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.

• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.

• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.

• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. 

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

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