Veterinary Technician

Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, compassionate, and thrives in a fast-paced clinical setting while ensuring every pet and client receives the best care experience.

The role involves assisting veterinarians with exams, treatments, surgery, and diagnostic testing, administering medications and vaccines, monitoring recovery, recording medical histories, and educating pet owners on care and follow-up

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as blood work, urinalysis, fecal exams, and radiographs.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and anesthesia under veterinary supervision.
• Monitor patients during recovery and provide ongoing care and comfort.
• Collect and record detailed patient histories and maintain accurate medical records.
• Educate and support pet owners on proper care, medications, and follow‑up treatments.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites.
• Provide compassionate handling and restraint of animals to ensure safety for both pets and staff.

Skills

Animal handling

Compassionate care

Team communication

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and caringVeterinary Technicianto join our team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, compassionate, and able to thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting while ensuring every pet and client receives the best care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as blood work, urinalysis, fecal exams, and radiographs.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and anesthesia under veterinary supervision.
• Monitor patients during recovery and provide ongoing care and comfort.
• Collect and record detailed patient histories and maintain accurate medical records.
• Educate and support pet owners on proper care, medications, and follow‑up treatments.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites.
• Provide compassionate handling and restraint of animals to ensure safety for both pets and staff.