Compassionate Vet Tech: Patient Care & Surgery Support

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Bocage Animal Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians with patient care, exams, and surgical support. The role includes preparing patients, monitoring vital signs, handling samples, and educating clients.

Responsibilities emphasize teamwork, accurate records, and compliance with safety standards. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Patience, compassion and professionalism in all interactions with clients and patients.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with veterinarians and staff.
• Clear communication with clients and teammates for successful patient care.
• Active listening to follow veterinarians and owners, and adapt to needs.
• Excellent organization to track lab samples, medications and instructions.
• Commitment to client satisfaction and high-quality care.
• MS Office and basic computer skills are preferred for record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Take histories, vital signs, and weights during outpatient exams and educate clients.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during procedures.
• Obtain samples and perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside labs.
• Take, develop and maintain radiographs with proper safety procedures.
• Handle and restrain animals during exams as required.
• Administer medications, anesthesia, vaccines and treatments per veterinarian.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment and lab areas and maintain equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in client and patient interactions.
• Communicate plans, concerns and patient status with veterinarians and team.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

MS Office

Job description

Bocage Animal Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians with patient care, exams, and surgical support. The role includes preparing patients, monitoring vital signs, handling samples, and educating clients.

Responsibilities emphasize teamwork, accurate records, and compliance with safety standards. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development are offered.