Veterinary Technician

Western Veterinary Partners; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Western Veterinary Partners is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician at Fairmont Veterinary Hospital to support surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures in a fast-paced general practice environment.

You will coordinate schedules, prepare anesthetic medications, monitor anesthesia, perform dental work, and guide clients through admissions and discharges, with a competitive hourly pay and full benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
• Anesthetic monitoring and recovery
• Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
• Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
• Accurate medical record documentation
• Client education and communication
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgical and dental procedure schedules
• Calculate and prepare anesthetic medications and dosages
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia patients
• Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Monitor patient recovery and ongoing procedural care
• Guide clients through admission and discharge with compassion

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Anesthetic monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

Medical record documentation

Client education

Multitasking

Teamwork

Tools

Dental equipment

Aseptic technique

Job description

Fairmont Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team and provide dedicated support for surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who wants to fully utilize and continue developing their skillset with autonomy, trust, and support in a fast-paced, collaborative general practice environment. From induction through recovery, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, high-quality patient care alongside a veterinary team that values skilled technicians.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Coordinating surgical and dental procedure schedules
• Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and drug dosages
• Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia patients
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Monitoring patient recovery and ongoing procedural care
• Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $15 - $18 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a flexible schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday . Schedule: 4 weekdays, starting at 7:30am until procedures are complete.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500-$2,000 depending on experience and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 3+years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Anesthetic monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Accurate medical record documentation
  • Client education and communication
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong critical thinking and attention to detail
  • Effective teamwork and professional communication skills

Why choose Fairmont Veterinary Hospital?

Fairmont Veterinary Hospital, established in 1979, is a full-service small animal practice with a long-standing reputation as a trusted provider of veterinary care in the surrounding community. Our hospital offers a comprehensive range of services - including digital X-rays, ultrasound, laser therapy, orthopedic and general surgery, dental care, and on-site laboratory testing - backed by an experienced team of six veterinarians and support staff who are genuinely dedicated to treating every patient with the same care and compassion they'd give their own.

With a strong emphasis on preventative medicine, exceptional client education, and a collaborative team culture, Fairmont Veterinary Hospital is a place where your hospitality skills and veterinary knowledge will be valued equally - and where the work you do truly matters.

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$15 - $18 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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