Experienced Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant – Full-Time

NVA General Practice; Billings (MT); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Scrub allowance

CE support

Vet services discount

In-house labs at cost +10%

IDEXX discounts

Free/discounted exams

Free/discounted boarding

Dog-friendly workplace

NVA employee benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Shiloh Veterinary Hospital, a busy AAHA-accredited practice in Billings, MT, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who cares deeply for patients and enjoys teamwork. The role offers four longer shifts per week, a dog-friendly workplace, and opportunities to perform diagnostics, procedures, and client education.

We value initiative, reliability, and a positive attitude. Benefits include CE support, discounts on services, and a collaborative culture where staff

Formación

• Experience as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant.
• Hardworking, reliable, with excellent patient care.
• Willing to learn and adapt in a fast-paced team.
• Strong communication with clients and team.

Responsabilidades

• Assist veterinarians with appointments, examinations, and treatments.
• Provide compassionate nursing care to patients.
• Perform diagnostics, collect samples, and assist with laboratory testing.
• Support surgical and dental procedures, anesthesia, and patient recovery.
• Educate clients and help them make informed decisions about their pets' care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate with the veterinary team.
• Rotate between appointments and treatment/surgery to keep skills sharp.

Conocimientos

Veterinary Technician Experience

Teamwork

Patient Care

Descripción del empleo

Looking for a veterinary team that feels like the right fit?

At Shiloh Veterinary Hospital, we believe a great workplace starts with great people. We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who takes pride in their work, genuinely cares about their patients, and enjoys being part of a team that supports one another.

We're a busy, collaborative hospital where everyone plays an important role. We work hard, celebrate our successes, help each other through challenging days, and believe that kindness and respect should always be part of the job.

Why You'll Love Working at Shiloh

We're a 5-doctor, AAHA-accredited, Cat Friendly hospital located on the west side of Billings, Montana. We're passionate about providing exceptional veterinary care, but we're equally committed to creating a workplace where our team feels valued and supported.

Here's What Makes Shiloh Special

• A team that has your back. We believe in helping each other, communicating openly, and working together to make even the busiest days successful.
• Supportive, approachable leadership. Our Hospital Manager and dedicated LVT/Tech Manager are actively involved in supporting the team.
• A schedule that supports work-life balance. Enjoy four longer shifts per week instead of a traditional five-day schedule.
• Time dedicated to learning. We have protected weekly time for team communication, training, and professional development.
• Opportunities to use and grow your skills. Our technicians are involved in appointments, diagnostics, treatments, surgery, and patient care.
• A culture built on kindness and respect. We value positive attitudes, teamwork, and people who genuinely care about doing a great job.

And yes, we're dog-friendly! You can even bring your dog to work!

Who We're Hoping to Find

We're looking for someone who brings both experience and a great attitude to the team.

Our Ideal Teammate Is Someone Who

• Has previous hands-on experience as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant.
• Is hardworking, reliable, and takes pride in providing excellent patient care.
• Takes initiative and looks for ways to help without always being asked.
• Is confident in their skills but always willing to learn and grow.
• Treats patients, clients, and coworkers with kindness and compassion.
• Enjoys staying busy and can adapt when the day doesn't go as planned.
• Communicates well, accepts feedback, and contributes to a positive team environment.
• Understands that teamwork means jumping in wherever help is needed.

We're not looking for someone who knows everything. We're looking for someone who cares, puts in the effort, and wants to be part of a team that does the same.

What Your Day Might Look Like

No two days in veterinary medicine are exactly alike! Depending on your experience and skills, you'll have opportunities to:

• Assist veterinarians with appointments, examinations, and treatments.
• Provide compassionate nursing care to patients.
• Perform diagnostics, collect samples, and assist with laboratory testing.
• Support surgical and dental procedures, anesthesia, and patient recovery.
• Educate clients and help them make informed decisions about their pets' care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate with the veterinary team.
• Rotate between appointments and treatment/surgery to keep your skills sharp.

Schedule & Compensation

Full-Time | 30-40 hours per week

• Three to four 9-10 hour shifts per week
• Hospital hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-6:00 PM
• Rotating Saturdays, 8:00 AM-12:00 PM (typically twice per month)

Pay: $16-$22 per hour, depending on experience and skills. We welcome candidates with a foundation in veterinary medicine who are eager to grow. Additional skills in anesthesia, IV catheter placement, dentistry, and surgical nursing are highly valued but not required.

Benefits & Perks

• $100 annual scrub allowance
• Continuing education support and opportunities for professional growth
• 35% discount on veterinary services
• Pharmacy, food, and in-house labs at cost + 10%
• 75% discount on IDEXX send-out laboratory testing
• Free or discounted exams, based on doctor availability
• Free or discounted boarding, based on availability
• Dog-friendly workplace
• Access to eligible NVA employee benefits

At Shiloh, we know that great veterinary care takes a great team. We want our employees to feel proud of the medicine they practice, appreciated for the work they do, and supported by the people they work alongside.

We're looking for someone who wants more than just another job. We're hoping to find a teammate who will grow with us, contribute to our culture, and become an important part of our hospital for years to come.