Technician & Receptionist

We are a very fast paced and extremely busy 1 Doctor Veterinary Practice. We are looking for an Experienced Veterinary Technician to assist our veterinarian. Candidate must be willing to be cross trained to work front desk from intake through checkout. At least two years of experience in a high-volume veterinary hospital is preferred. We work hard and play hard by enjoying a 3 day weekend (Saturday-Monday)

Skills, Duties & Responsibilities

Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.

With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.

Communicate with clients about individualized pet health

Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems

Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.

Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.

Be willing to guide, mentor, train, and support fellow team members.

Must be able to handle boxes and animals up to 100lbs

Assist with patient triage, stabilization, and ongoing assessment.

Monitor patients closely and promptly communicate changes, treatment progress, adverse reactions, or concerns to the veterinarian

Administer medications, fluids, blood products, and prescribed treatments while confirming proper dosages and monitoring patient response.

Place and maintain intravenous catheters and assist with urinary catheters, feeding tubes, oxygen support, and other medically indicated interventions.

Collect and process laboratory samples, including blood, urine, cytology, and other diagnostic specimens.

Assist with radiographs, point-of-care testing, and other diagnostic procedures.

Prepare patients, supplies, and equipment for emergency procedures, anesthesia, and surgery.

Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, recovery, and pain-management protocols

Operate, clean, and maintain monitoring equipment, anesthesia machines, oxygen-delivery systems, diagnostic tools, and other medical equipment.

Maintain complete and timely medical records, including treatments, patient observations, procedures, and client communications.

Communicate with clients compassionately and professionally regarding patient updates, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.

Assist with patient discharge and ensure clients receive clear aftercare and follow-up guidance.

Maintain clean, organized, and appropriately stocked treatment areas/rooms, patient cages, and equipment spaces.

Experience with emergency stabilization, hospitalized patient care, anesthesia, and post-operative recovery.

Strong technical skills and sound judgment when caring for unstable or rapidly changing patients.

Ability to prioritize effectively while supporting multiple patients and veterinarians.

Clear, respectful, and compassionate communication with clients and coworkers.

Strong documentation habits and attention to detail.

Dependability, emotional maturity, and the ability to remain composed under pressure.

Commitment to continued learning and professional growth.

Should be flexible and possess cultural awareness

Should be honest, respectful, and trustworthy

Able to perform open/closing cleaning duties throughout the hospital daily from treatment areas, rooms, lobby, breakroom, and other common work areas/front desk

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Technician: 2 years (Required)
• Front desk: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person