Licensed Veterinary Technician — Surgical Care & Diagnostics

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Continuing education

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays (6) PLUS two Floating

Vision insurance

Job summary

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic in Evansville, IN seeks a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in surgical cases, client communications, and daily patient care. The role involves assisting during exams, restraining animals, preparing medications, and performing routine dental cleanings under veterinary supervision.

The technician will also monitor anesthesia, collect samples, perform lab tests, and help with radiographs and postoperative care, contributing to a fast-paced clinical team.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Veterinary Technician preferred though previous experience will also be considered.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to effectively handle and control aggressive animals.
• Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in a veterinary clinic environment, including euthanasia.
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.
• Must have active listening, critical thinking, complex problem solving, time management, judgment and decision making skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists veterinarian with surgical cases including admit, prep, monitoring, anesthesia, instrumentation, recovery, and discharge.
• Assists veterinarian in client communications regarding treatment plans, medications, patient progress, follow-ups, appointment and procedure scheduling, referrals.
• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed to work safely and effectively.
• Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors responses to adjust dosages.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces to assist in diagnosis and treatment.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.
• Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery including shaving areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure compassionate care and efficient flow.

Skills

Vet technician certification

Communication skills

Animal handling

Professional demeanor

Ongoing education

Job description

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic in Evansville, IN seeks a Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians in surgical cases, client communications, and daily patient care. The role involves assisting during exams, restraining animals, preparing medications, and performing routine dental cleanings under veterinary supervision.

The technician will also monitor anesthesia, collect samples, perform lab tests, and help with radiographs and postoperative care, contributing to a fast-paced clinical team.