Veterinary Technician

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Job summary

Animal Clinic of the Ozarks is seeking an experienced veterinary technician to join our close-knit, family-like team and support doctors with hands-on patient care across a broad case mix.

We offer a Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.), ample training and continuing education opportunities, competitive compensation, and a collaborative atmosphere where team members help one another grow and deliver high-quality veterinary care.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary technician experience.
• CVT, RVT, or LVT credentials are a plus.
• Strong communication and exceptional client service skills.
• Experience with laboratory sample collection and processing.
• Confidence with radiology and anesthesia monitoring.
• Knowledge of preventative care, surgical procedures, and day-to-day veterinary hospital operations.
• Dependable, self-motivated, arrives prepared.
• Openness to constructive feedback and growth.

Responsibilities

• Triaging incoming patients and obtaining accurate patient histories.
• Safely restraining pets using low-stress handling techniques.
• Collecting, processing, and analyzing blood, urine, fecal, and skin samples.
• Performing diagnostic imaging, including positioning and capturing radiographs.
• Assisting with dental radiographs when needed.
• Providing nursing care for hospitalized patients with varying stability.
• Administering medications and treatments as directed.
• Preparing patients for surgery and assisting during procedures.
• Monitoring anesthesia and surgical patients.
• Communicating treatment plans and veterinary recommendations with clients.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and supporting hospital flow.

Skills

Strong communication

Exceptional client service

Laboratory sample collection

Radiology monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dependable

Open to feedback

Education

CVT / RVT / LVT credentials

Tools

Digital radiology

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

Job description

Are you an experienced veterinary technician looking for a supportive team where you can continue building your skills while making a difference for pets and their families? Animal Clinic of the Ozarks is looking for a compassionate, dependable Veterinary Technician to join our close-knit team!

Animal Clinic of the Ozarks is a busy, two-doctor veterinary general practice that has made a lasting impact in the community. Our loyal clientele and commitment to high-quality veterinary care have helped us build a welcoming, family-like environment where team members support one another and work together to provide excellent patient care.

Our veterinary team cares for small animals and pocket pets and offers a wide range of services, including in-house diagnostics, digital radiology, Companion Laser, ultrasound, and endoscopy. This is a great opportunity for a veterinary technician who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants to use their skills across a variety of cases.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a genuinely close-knit, family-like veterinary team that values encouragement, collaboration, and professional growth. Whether you’re happy mastering your current veterinary technician skills or looking toward your next career step, we’ll provide opportunities for hands-on and virtual training and continuing education to help you grow.

Our hospital is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and closed on weekends, giving you a consistent schedule and your weekends back.

If you’re an experienced veterinary technician who wants to be part of a team that values both high-quality veterinary care and the people who provide it, we’d love to hear from you!

As a veterinary technician, you’ll play an important role in supporting our doctors and providing hands-on patient care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Triaging incoming patients and obtaining accurate patient histories
• Safely restraining pets using low-stress handling techniques
• Collecting, processing, and analyzing blood, urine, fecal, and skin samples
• Performing diagnostic imaging, including positioning and capturing radiographs
• Assisting with dental radiographs when needed
• Providing nursing care for hospitalized patients with varying levels of stability
• Administering medications and treatments as directed
• Preparing patients for surgery and assisting during procedures
• Monitoring anesthesia and surgical patients
• Communicating treatment plans and veterinary recommendations clearly with clients
• Maintaining accurate medical records and supporting efficient hospital flow

Qualifications

We’re looking for a veterinary technician who brings a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and genuine passion for veterinary medicine. The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 1 year of veterinary technician experience
• CVT, RVT, or LVT credentials are a plus
• Strong communication and exceptional client service skills
• Experience with laboratory sample collection and processing
• Confidence with radiology and anesthesia monitoring
• Knowledge of preventative care, surgical procedures, and day-to-day veterinary hospital operations
• A dependable, self-motivated approach and commitment to arriving prepared and on time
• Openness to constructive feedback and a desire to continuously improve your veterinary skills

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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