Compassionate Vet Clinic Technician: Care & Surgery Support

Ohio Veterinary Medical Association, Inc.; Novelty (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Rescue Village in Novelty, OH seeks a Veterinary Clinic Technician to support our shelter medical team under the direction of the Director of Veterinary Services. You will provide humane, timely medical care, manage medical intake, treatments, and records, and help prepare animals for procedures in a busy clinic and shelter setting.

Ideal candidates bring strong animal‑handling skills, meticulous documentation, professional communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Ohio Registered Veterinary Technician license or active progress toward RVT licensure preferred.
• Experience in veterinary clinics, shelter medicine, or animal care is preferred.
• Animal shelter experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to safely handle animals of varying species and temperaments.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide medications, treatments, vaccines, and related care under veterinary supervision.
• Support anesthesia/surgery prep, monitoring, and recovery as directed.
• Enter and maintain medical records accurately in the EMR system.
• Keep clinic spaces clean, stocked, and safe; report equipment or safety concerns.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and staff to meet ongoing medical needs.

Skills

Animal handling

Clinical assistance

Communication

Organization

Time management

Teamwork

Judgment

Discretion

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Ohio RVT license

Progress toward RVT licensure

Tools

Medical records systems

Laboratory procedures

Office software

Job description

Rescue Village in Novelty, OH seeks a Veterinary Clinic Technician to support our shelter medical team under the direction of the Director of Veterinary Services. You will provide humane, timely medical care, manage medical intake, treatments, and records, and help prepare animals for procedures in a busy clinic and shelter setting.

Ideal candidates bring strong animal‑handling skills, meticulous documentation, professional communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with