Veterinary Technician: Elevate Pet Care & Surgical Support

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Keizer (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Technician to provide high‑quality care for Vetco Total Care patients and excellent customer service to pet owners.

You will assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, dentistry, anesthesia, and in-hospital treatments while maintaining accurate medical records. The role emphasizes client communication, teamwork, and compassionate patient handling in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• College or college-equivalent education completed for Credentialed Veterinary Technician in the state.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Technician or in a veterinary practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate and sympathetic with professional demeanor.
• Telephone and computer skills required.
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments or walk-ins and escort to exam room.
• Assist veterinarian with routine and emergency appointments, surgeries, dentistry, and euthanasia.
• Perform patient restraint and process laboratory samples; handle medications under veterinarian direction.
• Schedule appointments and educate clients; relay test results to doctors and clients.
• Maintain and update patient records and inventory; manage accounts receivable as needed.
• Prepare patients for surgical procedures and monitor anesthesia; assist with recovery and discharge.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Team player

Compassionate and professional

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Technician to provide high‑quality care for Vetco Total Care patients and excellent customer service to pet owners.

You will assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, dentistry, anesthesia, and in-hospital treatments while maintaining accurate medical records. The role emphasizes client communication, teamwork, and compassionate patient handling in a fast-paced hospital environment.