Veterinary Technician

Vetpracticepartners; Idaho Falls (ID); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and a 401(k) plan

Job summary

Countryside Veterinary Hospital in Idaho Falls is hiring a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to provide skilled patient care and client service. The successful candidate will have CVT certification, strong animal handling, and clear communication with clients.

The role includes four 8–10 hour shifts per week, Mon–Fri, with a competitive pay rate and a comprehensive benefits package. The practice emphasizes compassionate care, strict safety protocols, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• CVT certification required.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledge of common diseases and changes in patient condition.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely restrain animals with care.
• Communicate care instructions and updates to clients.
• Perform lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Client communication

Animal handling

Medical terminology

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Job description

Salary: $16.00-$19.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience

Schedule: This is a full-time position with four 8-10-hour shifts per week, Monday through Friday. The typical schedule includes two shifts from 7:30 AM-6:00 PM and two shifts from 8:00 AM-6:00 PM.

Countryside Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Certified Veterinary Technicianto provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect as a Certified Vet Tech with Countryside Veterinary Hospital

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees

KeyResponsibilities:

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Countryside Veterinary Hospital

In Idaho Falls, your pets are part of the family, and that's exactly how we treat them. Countryside Veterinary Hospital was built on a simple idea: every dog and cat deserves attentive, compassionate care from people who genuinely love what they do.

Our team brings together experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and a caring support staff who treat every visit as an opportunity to build trust with both you and your pet. We know that walking into a vet's office can be stressful for animals and owners alike, so we focus on creating a calm, welcoming environment from the moment you arrive.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.