Certified Veterinary Technician — Hands-on Care & Growth

Alliance Animal Health; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k plan

Paid vacation

Parental leave

CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Referral bonus

Uniform allowance

Pet discounts

Job summary

Animal Medical Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi is seeking a certified veterinary technician to join our mixed animal practice. You will contribute to high‑quality care for companion and farm animals, working with our team of four veterinarians and dedicated support staff.

Responsibilities include triage and nursing care, lab work, radiographs and anesthesia monitoring, client communication, and surgical preparation and assistance, with opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Certified veterinary technician with relevant state licensure or registration.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude in a team.
• Punctual, reliable and able to arrive on time.
• Some Saturday morning shift availability.
• Excellent client communication and ability to accurately record client history.
• Ability to interpret medical records and manage patient data.
• Knowledge of preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow.
• Ability to restrain pets safely; large animal restraint is a plus.
• Proficiency in collecting blood, urine, fecal and skin samples.
• Proficiency in positioning and capturing radiographs.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients and provide nursing care.
• Administer medications and assist in anesthesia management.
• Perform lab analysis and prepare samples for testing.
• Capture diagnostic radiographs and assist with dental imaging.
• Communicate treatment plans clearly to clients.
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist during procedures.

Skills

Certified veterinary technician

Strong work ethic

Punctual

Saturday shift availability

Customer service

Record keeping

Preventative care knowledge

Surgical procedures knowledge

Anesthesia monitoring

Pet restraint

Lab sample collection

Radiographs

Communication of treatment plans

Self-starter

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

Animal Medical Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi is seeking a certified veterinary technician to join our mixed animal practice. You will contribute to high‑quality care for companion and farm animals, working with our team of four veterinarians and dedicated support staff.

Responsibilities include triage and nursing care, lab work, radiographs and anesthesia monitoring, client communication, and surgical preparation and assistance, with opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth.