Veterinary Technician
Core
Provide skilled care to animal patients and support veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
Role type
Certified Veterinary Technician
Builds
Patient care services for pets and small animals
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
DEA/OSHA safety guidelines knowledge, experience with diverse species (dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, reptiles)
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; Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing; Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready; Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.