ICU Veterinary Technician Assistant - Day Shift

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee pet care discounts

CE opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life insured

Job summary

Advanced Veterinary Care in Salt Lake City is seeking an ICU Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our growing team. This role supports technicians, doctors, and the hospital workflow in a fast-paced environment, delivering compassionate patient care.

Ideal candidates are passionate about animals, eager to learn, and ready to lift, restrain, and assist across emergencies and specialty care, with opportunities for growth within a collaborative, high-energy hospital.

Qualifications

• Previous animal handling experience preferred.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn in a team.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to lift 40+ lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary technicians and doctors with patient restraint and handling
• Clean and disinfect exam rooms, treatment areas, and kennels between patients
• Stock hospital supplies and maintain clean, organized workspaces
• Provide basic patient care such as walking, feeding, and monitoring animals
• Help with laundry, instrument cleaning, and sterilization
• Support patient intake, discharge, and communication with clients as needed
• Maintain hospital cleanliness and adhere to infection control protocols

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Lifting 40+ lbs

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

Description

Advanced Veterinary Care is seeking an ICU Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our growing team!

Position Overview

Technician Assistants play a vital role in supporting our veterinary technicians, doctors, and the overall hospital workflow. This position is perfect for individuals who are passionate about animals, eager to learn, and committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Description

Advanced Veterinary Care is seeking an ICU Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our growing team!

Position Overview

Technician Assistants play a vital role in supporting our veterinary technicians, doctors, and the overall hospital workflow. This position is perfect for individuals who are passionate about animals, eager to learn, and committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment.

About Us

Advanced Veterinary Care (AVC) is a leading 24/7 emergency and specialty animal hospital in Salt Lake City, dedicated to providing the gold standard in veterinary medicine. We pride ourselves on our collaborative, compassionate team and a culture that supports growth, learning, and excellence in patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist veterinary technicians and doctors with patient restraint and handling
• Clean and disinfect exam rooms, treatment areas, and kennels between patients
• Stock hospital supplies and maintain clean, organized workspaces
• Provide basic patient care such as walking, feeding, and monitoring animals
• Help with laundry, instrument cleaning, and sterilization
• Support patient intake, discharge, and communication with clients as needed
• Maintain hospital cleanliness and adhere to infection control protocols

Qualifications

• Previous animal handling experience preferred
• Strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and grow in a team environment
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to lift 40+ lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Why Join AVC?

• Be part of a supportive, skilled team passionate about patient care
• Gain valuable experience in emergency and specialty medicine
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Work in a collaborative and high-energy hospital environment
• Employee pet care discounts, CE opportunities, and benefits

We invest heavily in our team members with many opportunities for growth and development! We offer outstanding benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid parental leave, matching 401(k), paid time off, continuing education, generous pet discounts, and much more!

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.