Veterinary Technician

Lake City Veterinary Clinic; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a newly established veterinary clinic in Downtown Salt Lake City, dedicated to exceptional care for pets and their owners. As a Veterinary Technician, you will play a vital role in providing hands-on patient care, assisting in surgeries, and educating clients. This innovative clinic values growth and teamwork, offering a supportive environment for professionals passionate about veterinary medicine. With a commitment to quality and compassion, this is your chance to be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their families. Embrace this opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to a practice that prioritizes excellence.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Medical Benefits

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Proficiency in routine veterinary procedures and handling pets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality nursing care to hospitalized pets.
• Assist in surgical procedures and monitor anesthesia.
• Communicate treatment plans to pet owners.

Skills

Veterinary Procedures

Anesthesia Monitoring

Client Communication

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Veterinary Assistant Certification

Tools

ezyVet

Job description

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Lake City Veterinary Clinic is a newly established, locally owned practice located in the heart of Downtown Salt Lake City. Housed in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility, we are committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care to pets within our community. Our mission is simple: to be a pillar of support, growth, education, and compassion; providing an outstanding experience for our patients, their owners, and our team.

Why Join Us?

At Lake City Veterinary Clinic, you will be part of a team dedicated to setting a high standard of care in veterinary medicine. We are passionate about improving the lives of pets, supporting their people, and empowering veterinary professionals in a positive work environment. We believe that veterinary medicine can, and should be done with a high quality of care, and we are committed to building a practice we can all be proud of. If you are inspired to be part of meaningful change and to grow alongside a passionate, supportive team, we invite you to join us.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled, compassionate, and team-focused Veterinary Technician to join our growing clinic. As an essential part of our medical team, you will work alongside our veterinarians, and other team members, to deliver exceptional, and progressive veterinary care. Your role will include hands-on patient care, client education, surgical assistance, and opportunities to grow and refine your technical skills in a supportive, collaborative environment.

We are particular interested in technicians who can support our surgical services, including patient preparation, anesthetic monitoring, recovery, and post-operative care. We are looking for a veterinary professional who will assist in procedures such as a dentals, spays, neuters, soft tissue surgeries, mass removals, wound care and more. If you have a passion for surgery and dentistry, and want to grow within a practice that values medical excellence, we’d love to have you on our team!

This is a full-time, non-exempt position offering four 10-hour shifts per week. If you are seeking part-time work, please let us know. While we aim to provide a consistent schedule, flexibility is important as we continue to grow as a team.

Responsibilities

Patient Care & Clinical Support:

• Provide high quality nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient pets.
• Assist in restraint, sample collection, catheter placement, radiology, and diagnostics.
• Assist with patient appointments by writing up comprehensive histories, recording vitals, performing accurate invoicing, etc.
• Perform technician appointments such as injections, nail trims, lab work, anal gland expressions, and other routine care.
• Prepare patients for and assist during surgical and dental procedures.
• Monitor patients under anesthesia and during recovery, ensuring safety and comfort.
• Administer medications, vaccinations, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in ezyVet and all other clinic used softwares.

Surgical & Dental Support

• Prepare surgical suite and maintain aseptic techniques.
• Assist in surgical procedures including spays, neuters, mass removals, soft tissue surgeries, wound care, etc.
• Perform dental prophylaxis, take full-mouth dental radiographs, and assist in extractions as directed by veterinarian.
• Monitor anesthesia and post-operative recovery closely, ensuring proper pain management and communication with all other team members.

Client Communication & Education

• Communicate clearly and compassionately with per owners regarding patient status, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Educate clients on general wellness, medications, nutrition, and post-operative care.
• Assist in the coordination of follow-up care, rechecks, and speciality referrals.

Technology & Clinic Operations

• Maintain inventory, stock treatment areas, and ensure equipment is cleaned and functioning.
• Utilize practice software for medical charting, invoicing, and appointment coordination.
• Participate in maintaining a safe, clean, and organized clinical environment in accordance with OSHA, AAHA, and clinic’s standards.

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of experience as a veterinary technician or assistant in a clinical setting.
• Proficiency in routine veterinary procedures and handling of dogs and cats.
• Experience monitoring anesthesia and assisting with surgery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and initiative.
• Team-oriented with a passion for learning and growing.

Strongly Preferred

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), eligible for certification.
• Experience with ezyVet or similar veterinary practice software.
• Experience with dental radiography and surgical prep protocols.
• Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Benefits
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, credentials, and tenure.

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• 4x10
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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