Veterinary Technician

AHP - IDAHO LLC; Jerome (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Pet discounts

Wellness plans

Referral program

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Sawtooth Veterinary Services in Jerome, ID, seeks a reliable Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgeries for small animals. You will monitor anesthesia, perform labs, take radiographs, administer medications, and maintain records in a fast-paced clinic.

We value compassionate care, teamwork, and ongoing learning. Benefits include health/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, pet discount programs, and wellness plans for your own pets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant.
• High school diploma required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and patient recovery.
• Perform laboratory testing and diagnostics.
• Assist in taking radiographs (X-rays).
• Administer medications.
• Handle and restrain animals safely.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Client communication and education.
• Assist with emergency and critical care cases.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of clinic and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Fast-paced work

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

Sawtooth Veterinary Services is seeking a reliable and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our practice. This role involves working with small animals, assisting veterinarians in delivering high-quality medical care, and supporting daily clinic operations.

About you:

Positive attitude, love animals, are curious about the world of veterinary medicine. At Sawtooth Veterinary Services, we believe in hiring well, training well, and promoting from within.

About Us:

Sawtooth Veterinary Services has built a business based on trust, reputation, compassion, and being truly passionate about serving our community. We are early adopters of technology and innovation; we value continued growth and education, and we’ve created an environment where our team grows together. Finding the right fit is just as important as finding the right skill set.

Because we’re fast-growing, our team members receive more than just a competitive compensation package, they have an opportunity to grow their career in other meaningful ways, based on their individual goals.

What You'll Be Doing:

Every day is different, but you can expect to:

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and patient recovery
• Perform laboratory testing and diagnostics
• Assist in taking radiographs (X-rays)
• Administer medications
• Handle and restrain animals safely
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Client communication and education
• Assist with emergency and critical care cases
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of clinic and equipment

We care

For a forever-learning animal-lover like yourself, who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative work environment, we offer a wide range of benefits and career growth opportunities.

• Competitive Compensation Package, $15-17/hour
• Work-Life Balance
• Health, dental, & vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Robust veterinary service discounts for your pets
• Complimentary Wellness Plans for your pets
• Generous referral program

Requirements

Qualifications:

• 1 year of experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant required (certification a plus, but not required)
• High school diploma
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to hazards associated with aggressive patients; hazards associated with infected animals and controlled substances; exposure to unpleasant odors and noises; exposure to bites, scratches and animal wastes; possible exposure to contagious diseases.
• Will be exposed to potentially hazardous or unpleasant materials, including: blood, urine, feces, and vomit (at least 50% of the time); anesthetic gases (25% of the time); cleaning materials (90% of the time); medical sharps (90% of the time); radiographic exposure (25% of the time), exposure to therapy laser (10-15% of the time), and zoonotic diseases (less than 10% of the time)