Veterinary Technician

Socket.dev; St. Anthony (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, & vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Pet service discounts

Wellness plans for pets

Referral program

Job summary

Fremont Animal Care Center in Idaho is seeking a reliable and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our mixed animal practice. This role involves working with both small and large animals, assisting veterinarians in delivering high-quality medical care, and supporting daily clinic operations.

You will assist veterinarians with exams, monitor anesthesia, perform lab testing, take radiographs, administer medications, and maintain medical records.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience preferred, but not required; certification a plus.

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 both large and small 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

Vet tech experience

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

Fremont Animal Care Center is seeking a reliable and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our mixed animal practice. This role involves working with both small and large animals, assisting veterinarians in delivering high-quality medical care, and supporting daily clinic operations.

Anout you:

Positive attitude, love animals, are curious about the world of veterinary medicines. At Fremont Animal Care Center, we believe in hiring well, training well, and promoting from within.

About Us:

At Fremont Animal Care Center, we have 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 both large and small 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:

• 1-2 years of experience as a veterinary technician preferred, but not required (certification a plus)
• 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)