Certified Veterinary Technician: Surgery, Anesthesia & Client Care

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Career development

License reimbursement

Job summary

Northwoods Animal Hospital in Wisconsin is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, lab work, and client education. You will assist during outpatient exams, monitor vital signs, collect samples, perform in-hospital testing, and help maintain a well-organized clinic environment.

The role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and clear client communication.

Qualifications

• State license required.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications, etc. Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communication

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Education

State license to work as a veterinary technician

Job description

Northwoods Animal Hospital in Wisconsin is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, lab work, and client education. You will assist during outpatient exams, monitor vital signs, collect samples, perform in-hospital testing, and help maintain a well-organized clinic environment.

The role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and clear client communication.