Certified Veterinary Technician

All Creatures Animal Care Center; Madison (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

CE allowance

Bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

All Creatures Animal Care Center in Mississippi is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician to join our general practice, supporting outpatient care and procedural services including surgery and dentistry.

The ideal candidate thrives in a busy hospital, is credentialed, and can move between exam room care and operative support. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, flexible full-time schedule, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing Certified Veterinary Technician in Mississippi.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, anesthesia, surgery, dental radiography, venipuncture, radiology safety, medication calculations, and lab testing.
• Accurate medical records documentation.
• Ability to communicate treatment plans clearly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Monitoring

Anesthesia induction

Surgical assistance

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Radiology safety

Medication calculations

Medical records

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician

Job description

All Creatures Animal Care Center is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $20-25per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a flexible, full-time position, with a 5/8 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday with rotating weekends.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Mississppi
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

• *Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing CertifiedVeterinary Technician in the state of Mississppi
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
  • Accurate medical record documentation
  • Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques

**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply

Why choose All Creatures Animal Care Center?

All Creatures Animal Care Center is an AAHA-accredited, mixed-animal practice and the only mixed-anial hospital serving six counties. Our recently remodeled hospital (2023) features advanced technology, including digital X-ray, digital dental radiographs, ultrasound, laser therapy, an in-house lab, endoscopy, and reproductive services.

We're excited to begrowing from a six-doctor practice to a seven-doctor team!As our hospital continues to expand to meet the needs of our community, we're looking for another team member to join us during this exciting time of growth.

Our culture is built on collaboration, respect, and teamwork, with a strong focus on mentorship, employee development, and exceptional patient care. We're also proud to partner with Mississippi State University, hosting externs and investing in the future of veterinary medicine while continuing to provide high-quality care to the communities we serve.

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$20 - $25 USD

All Creatures Animal Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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