Veterinary Technician
Core
Provide skilled care to animal patients and exceptional service to clients at a veterinary hospital.
Role type
Veterinary Technician
Builds
Patient care, exams, surgery support, and recovery services for pets
Domain
Veterinary medicine / Animal care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Animal restraint, IV catheter placement, radiograph interpretation, lab work, medication dispensing, medical record maintenance, client communication
Preferred skills
Knowledge of common disease states, familiarity with DEA/OSHA guidelines
Technologies
Radiography equipment, IV supplies, medical record systems
Responsibilities
Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery; Safely handle and restrain animals; Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement; Communicate care instructions and status updates to clients; Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing; Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean and stocked.