Veterinary Technician: Surgery, Anesthesia & Client Education

AmeriVet; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays and PTO

Career development programs

Wellness initiatives

Referral programs

Internal pet service discounts

External referral lab discounts

Job summary

Lafayette Animal Hospital in Portsmouth, NH is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced seacoast setting. You will room patients, assist in surgery, place IV catheters, draw blood, run bloodwork, and support client education while contributing as a positive team member.

Open Monday–Friday 8-6 and Saturday 8-2 with 30–40 hours weekly. Pay range $20–$26 per hour, based on experience, with full benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in the veterinary industry (preferred).
• Experience with surgical and anesthetic cases (preferred).
• Knowledge of basic industry tools and equipment.
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
• Believes in the importance of client education.
• Compassionate toward patients and clients.
• Motivated to learn new skills.
• Positive and supportive team player.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and assist in surgery.
• Place IV catheters and draw blood.
• Run bloodwork and assist with x-ray procedures.
• Educate clients and support a collaborative team.

Skills

Rooming patients

Surgical assistance

IV catheter placement

Blood draws

Bloodwork analysis

X-ray experience

Client education

Team player

Job description

Lafayette Animal Hospital in Portsmouth, NH is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced seacoast setting. You will room patients, assist in surgery, place IV catheters, draw blood, run bloodwork, and support client education while contributing as a positive team member.

Open Monday–Friday 8-6 and Saturday 8-2 with 30–40 hours weekly. Pay range $20–$26 per hour, based on experience, with full benefits for full-time staff.