Veterinary Technician - Flexible Schedule, Surgery & Lab

Amerivet; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive pay

Bonuses

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Washington County Veterinary Hospital in Wakefield, RI, is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician. This AmeriVet-backed role focuses on delivering exceptional patient care and client service in a modern facility.

The ideal candidate has experience with animal handling, surgery assistance, IV catheters, bloodwork, x-ray, and lab equipment, and thrives in a collaborative team dedicated to growth and outstanding pet care. We offer competitive pay and a sign-on bonus up to $3,500.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Veterinary Technician.
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of animal behavior and healthcare.
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
• Passion for working with animals and their owners.
• Understand the importance of client education.
• Team Player willing to continue to learn.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle and restrain animals safely.
• Room patients and assist in surgery.
• Assist in surgical recovery.
• Place IV catheters.
• Draw blood and run bloodwork.
• Position for radiographs and use lab equipment.
• Collaborate with a positive, supportive team.

Skills

Animal handling

Surgical assistance

IV catheter placement

Bloodwork

X-ray positioning

Laboratory equipment

Client communication

Team player

Tools

X-ray

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Washington County Veterinary Hospital in Wakefield, RI, is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician. This AmeriVet-backed role focuses on delivering exceptional patient care and client service in a modern facility.

The ideal candidate has experience with animal handling, surgery assistance, IV catheters, bloodwork, x-ray, and lab equipment, and thrives in a collaborative team dedicated to growth and outstanding pet care. We offer competitive pay and a sign-on bonus up to $3,500.