Veterinary Technician

Thrive-Pet-Healthcare; West Bountiful (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer contribution

Paid time off and parental leave

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare in Utah seeks a Veterinary Technician to join our growing team and support veterinarians in delivering high-quality pet care. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates.

Role includes assisting with surgeries, managing records, educating clients, and maintaining a clean, safe treatment environment while mentoring teammates. AVMA-accredited education is preferred, with 2–3 years of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a veterinary technician is preferred but not required.
• 2–3 years of clinical experience.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care and educate clients.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in line with state Veterinary Practice Act.
• Communicate with clients about pet health concerns and Thrive Membership options.
• Maintain medical records using practice management systems and health histories from clients.
• Use safe restraining techniques and keep exam rooms, labs, and treatment areas clean and organized.
• Mentor and support fellow team members.

Skills

Clinical experience

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Veterinary technician licensure (preferred)

Job description

DescriptionAnimal Care Center is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our growing team!$1,500 Sign on Bonus available!Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers.As a Veterinary Technician you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing end-to-end care for our patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.Role Responsibilities:Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.Experience & Skills Requirements:Veterinary technician licensure preferred, but not required2-3 years of clinical experienceAn Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.You’ll Grow With UsHere, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveULive, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skillsA program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospitalEarn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary techniciansScholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursementAnd, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.Benefits – our care in actionWe provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptionsTop quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending accountPet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locationsGenerously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and petsMental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions401k with employer contributionContinuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to completeScholarship opportunities and student loan support programand so much more!At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.