Veterinary Technician

Countryside Veterinary Hospital; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan for full-time employees

Job summary

Countryside Veterinary Hospital in Idaho Falls is seeking a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.

The ideal candidate will hold CVT certification and have experience with animals and client communication, with skills in lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement. The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping and adherence to safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• CVT certification required or preferred.
• Experience with animals and client communication.
• Familiarity with common veterinary procedures and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

Animal care

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification

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.