Urgent Care Veterinary Technician

Allianceanimalhealth; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k & matching program

Paid vacation & sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Allianceanimalhealth is seeking a Veterinary Technician for our urgent care team in New Hampshire. You will play a critical role in patient care, client communication, and life-saving support in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include restraint, triage, lab work, imaging, anesthesia monitoring, and nursing care for stable and critical patients. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary technician experience (required).
• Flexibility to work rotating weekends (required).
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and a collaborative attitude.

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals using low-stress handling.
• Triage incoming patients and prioritize care.
• Collect and analyze lab samples (blood, urine, fecal, skin).
• Perform diagnostic imaging and capture radiographs.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

Skills

Low-stress handling

Triage & assessment

Lab sample collection

Radiography

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Job description

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your technical skills and compassion for animals make a true impact? Join our dedicated urgent care team as a Veterinary Technician , where you'll play a critical role in patient care, client communication, and life‑saving support.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Veterinary Technician in our urgent care setting, your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Safely restrain animals using low‑stress handling techniques
• Triage and assess incoming patients to prioritize care
• Collect and analyze laboratory samples (blood, urine, fecal, skin, etc.)
• Perform diagnostic imaging and accurately capture radiographs
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical prep, procedures, and recovery
• Provide high‑quality nursing care to stable and critical patients
• Accurately document patient histories and interpret medical records
• Communicate treatment plans clearly and compassionately to clients

We’re looking for:

• Minimum of 1 year of veterinary technician experience (required)
• Flexibility to work rotating weekends (required)
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and a collaborative attitude
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Solid understanding of preventative care, hospital workflow, and surgical procedures
• Competence in sample collection, lab test processing, radiograph positioning, and anesthetic monitoring
• The ability to accept and act on constructive feedback to support hospital efficiency
• A self‑starter mentality with a commitment to continued learning and professional development

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

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

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