Registered Veterinary Technician

Socket.dev; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k & matching

Paid time off

CE allowances

tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Animal Hospital of Avon seeks a licensed veterinary technician to join our care team in Avon, IN. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality nursing care, assist in surgery, perform diagnostic imaging, blood draws, sample collection, and maintain precise medical records while communicating clearly with clients.

We offer competitive pay ($16-$23/hr), a $1,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, CE

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed veterinary technician with active license.
• 1+ year professional experience preferred.
• Excellent client communication and medical records management.
• Experience with radiographs and anesthesia preferred.
• Ability to work Saturday shifts.
• Commitment to animal welfare and ethics.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital with exposure to hazards.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collection and analysis of lab samples.
• Diagnostic imaging and radiography.
• Nursing care and medical management of hospitalized cases.
• Administration of medications and anesthesia monitoring.
• Communicate treatment plans with clients.
• Surgical preparation and assistance.
• Maintenance of medical records.
• Administrative tasks and hospital operations support.

Skills

Client communication

Medical records management

Animal restraint techniques

Sample collection

Radiography imaging

Anesthesia administration

Ethics and continuous learning

Fast-paced environment

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician license

Tools

Radiography equipment operation

Dental radiography skills

Job description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

We’re looking for:

• A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Availability to work some Saturday shifts
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

***$1,000 sign‑on bonus available to qualified candidates***

Pay Range: $16 - $23/hr. dependent on licensure status and experience

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available(i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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***$1,000 sign‑on bonus available to qualified candidates***

Led by Dr. Nancy Fox, the mission of Animal Hospital of Avon is to provide quality and compassionate medicine emphasizing client education, so they can provide the best care for their patients. Our hospital offers wellness and vaccination programs, surgery, dental cleaning, and nutritional counseling.

Our amazing team of medical and customer service professionals consistently strive to provide quality and compassionate medicine emphasizing client collaboration and education. Together we can create the best plan that works for pets and their families!

Our hours of operation are:

• Monday - Friday: 8am - 63pm
• Saturday: 8 am -12 noon
• We are closed on Sundays