Veterinary Technician: General Practice & Emergency Care

XPrep Learning Solutions LLC; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, vision, life, anddis

Mental health support

Paid parental leave

Pet care discounts

Continuing education courses (CE)

Student loan support tools

Backup childcare support

Job summary

Sherwood South Animal Hospital & Emergency Center in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our general practice team within our dynamic 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital. You will assist veterinarians during exams, support anesthesia and surgical care, and help maintain high-quality patient care.

Join a fast-paced, collaborative team dedicated to compassionate medicine, excellence, and ongoing professional growth across a full spectrum of services

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical veterinary setting with direct patient care.
• CVT/LVT/RVT credentials encouraged, but not required.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assisting.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented, professional and compassionate demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Supporting anesthesia, surgical assisting, and post-operative care.
• Preparing patients and instruments for surgery.
• Monitoring anesthetic patients and observing changes in condition.
• Collecting laboratory samples and performing in-house diagnostics.
• Operating digital radiography and other diagnostic equipment.
• Administering medications and prescribed treatments.
• Recording accurate patient histories and medical records.
• Assisting with patient admissions and discharges.
• Using safe restraint techniques and following hospital protocols.
• Maintaining clean, organized, and sterile exam, treatment, and lab areas.
• Collaborating with doctors, technicians, and support staff.
• Supporting and mentoring fellow team members as needed.

Skills

Clinical veterinary tech experience

CVT/LVT/RVT encouraged

Anesthesia monitoring

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Team-oriented demeanor

Job description

Sherwood South Animal Hospital & Emergency Center in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our general practice team within our dynamic 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital. You will assist veterinarians during exams, support anesthesia and surgical care, and help maintain high-quality patient care.

Join a fast-paced, collaborative team dedicated to compassionate medicine, excellence, and ongoing professional growth across a full spectrum of services