Veterinary Technician

Magic Valley Veterinary Hospital; Twin Falls (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Magic Valley Veterinary Hospital in Twin Falls, Idaho, seeks an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our general practice. You will balance exam-room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support across outpatient and surgical services.

The role emphasizes clinical knowledge, compassionate client interaction, and teamwork to uphold high standards of care. Competitive hourly pay and full-time benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years veterinary technician or assistant experience.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring.
• Surgical assistance and aseptic technique.
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement; radiology safety.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Assist in anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery and dental procedures (prophylaxis, radiographs).
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Identify patient concerns and support case management across the hospital.
• Educate clients to build strong relationships through communication and service.

Skills

Patient assessment and monitoring

Surgical assistance

Venipuncture and IV catheterization

Radiology positioning and safety

Medication administration and dosing

Labs and in-house testing

Job description

Magic Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $17 - $19 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and regular availability needed Monday-Friday, with1 weekend shift required approximately every 5-6 weeks to care for hospitalized and boarding patients.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus packages up to $500 available based on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing

About Us:

Magic Valley Veterinary HospitalinTwin Falls, Idaho, is home to a team of skilled and dedicated veterinary professionals who truly love what they do. Our technicians are trusted partners in patient care, supporting our doctors through every procedure and treatment. Withsix exam rooms, advanced technology, and a long-standing team known for its collaboration and humor, we’ve created an environment where technicians can grow, feel valued, and make a lasting impact every day.

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$17 - $19 USD

Magic Valley VH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.