Veterinary Technician

Homebase; Louisiana; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

IRA with company matching contributors

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Wisdom Animal Hospital in Louisiana is seeking a Part-Time or Full-Time Veterinary Technician to join our team and support our mission of high-quality, personalized veterinary care. The Veterinary Technician provides medical and surgical support, patient care, and client education under the supervision of a veterinarian, with duties spanning technical, administrative, and housekeeping tasks.

We offer a competitive pay structure based on experience, plus health and vision insurance, retirement

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year veterinary experience preferred.
• Credentialed technician preferred but not required.
• Strong technical and animal-handling skills.
• Ability to lift 40+ lbs and restrain animals.
• Excellent communication and client-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical support under a veterinarian.
• Collect samples and assist in anesthesia and surgeries.
• Educate clients on preventative care and post-treatment care.
• Maintain medical records and assist front desk as needed.
• Maintain exam rooms and inventory, following sanitation protocols.

Skills

Vet experience

Animal handling

Communication

Team support

DVM assistance

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Credentialed technician preferred

Job description

Wisdom Animal Hospital is seeking a Part-Time or Full-Time Veterinary Technician to join our team and support our mission of high-quality, personalized veterinary care.

Job Summary

The Veterinary Technician provides medical and surgical support, patient care, and client education under the supervision of a veterinarian. This role includes technical, administrative, and housekeeping responsibilities to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient clinic operations.

Responsibilities

Medical Care & Patient Support

• Perform treatments and administer medications as directed by a DVM
• Safely and appropriately restrain animals
• Collect blood, urine, fecal, and cytology samples and run in-house diagnostics
• Prepare and monitor patients for anesthesia
• Assist in surgical procedures
• Perform dental cleanings and dental radiographs
• Maintain accurate, detailed medical records

Client Communication

• Educate clients on preventative care and post-treatment instructions
• Prepare discharge paperwork and home‑care instructions
• Demonstrate proper medication administration

Facility Maintenance

• Clean, maintain, and stock exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites
• Assist with inventory control for medical supplies
• Follow sanitation and infection‑control protocols

Administrative Support

• Enter charges accurately into the practice management system
• Assist with scheduling recheck appointments
• Support front‑desk operations (phones, patient intake) when needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• 1+ year of veterinary experience preferred
• Credentialed technician (CVT/RVT/LVT) preferred but not required
• Strong technical and animal‑handling skills
• Ability to lift 40+ lbs and safely restrain animals
• Excellent communication and client‑service skills

Schedule

• Part-Time or Full-time position
• Must be available Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
• Additional flexibility for weekday shifts required

We offer a competitive pay structure based on experience, along with a comprehensive full-time benefits package:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• IRA with company matching contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays