Veterinary Technician

Southcountyveterinary; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 35,817 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

Washington County Veterinary Hospital in Wakefield, Rhode Island is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate team. The ideal candidate should be experienced in animal restraint, surgical assistance, recovery, IV catheter placement, and bloodwork, with strong knowledge of X-ray techniques and laboratory equipment.

We offer a sign-on bonus up to $5,000 based on experience and surgical/anesthesia expertise, with a supportive work-life balance in a modern facility that

Qualifications

• Must be an experienced veterinary technician with ability to properly handle and restrain animals.
• Experience with surgery assistance, recovery, and IV catheter placement.
• Knowledge of bloodwork, X-ray positioning, and laboratory equipment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; team player.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgery and in surgical recovery.
• Place IV catheters and draw blood; run bloodwork.
• Position patients for X-ray and maintain imaging quality.
• Room patients and support client education and scheduling.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Animal handling & restraint

IV catheter placement

Blood draw & bloodwork

X-ray knowledge

Laboratory equipment use

Communication skills

Team player

Client education

Tools

X-ray equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

## Veterinary TechnicianApplylocations: Wakefield, RI: US-RI-South County Veterinary Hospitaltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition id: JR108570Veterinary TechnicianWashington County Veterinary HospitalWakefield, Rhode IslandWE ARE GROWING ADDING NEW A NEW DOCTOR AND EXTENDING OUR PAIENT CARESUMMERTIME IS HERE, are you thinking about sunshine, The beach or sailing? Think no more and soar with our dedicated team of veterinary professionals. Washington County Veterinary Hospital is located in Wakefield, Rhode Island and surrounded by beaches and inlets to the ocean. We are a modern facility providing our clients and patients with exceptional veterinary care. We are looking to add a full-time experienced veterinary technician to join our amazing team full of daily sunshine! The ideal candidate must be comfortable properly handling and restraining animals, rooming patients, assisting in surgery, surgical recovery, placing IV catheters, drawing blood and running bloodwork, have experience with x-ray and proper positioning, using laboratory equipment, and being a positive and supportive team player. Here at Washington County Veterinary Hospital, we understand and support the work-life balance among our staff and encourage constant growth in their education. If you are an experienced veterinary technician looking to continue to grow in your career and education in the field of veterinary medicine, then we look forward to hearing from you.**Salary:** Up to $30.00 hourly based upon experience.***Sign-n Bonus***: Eligibility for a sign-on bonus up to $5,000.00 based on experience and surgical/anesthesia experience.**Better Business. Happier Vets. Healthier Pets.*** Experience working as a Veterinary Technician* Knowledge of industry tools and equipment* Knowledge of animal behavior and healthcare* Experience with proper animal handling and restraint* Passion for working with animals and their owners* Understand the importance of client education* Team Player willing to continue to learn* Excellent communication and organizational skills**Let’s talk about your next opportunity**Apply online or skip the paperwork and email me (Kathy) at **[e-mail]** anytime.Learn more about us at: **AmeriVet Careers Page**#licensedveterinarytechnician #registeredveterinarytechnician #veterinarytechnicianspecialists #certifiedveterinarytechnician #veterinaryassistant #vetprofessionals #vettechs #vetnurses #vettechlife #RVT #LVT #CVT**#LI-KC-1**At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:* Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.* Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.* Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.* Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.* A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.