Veterinary Technician jobs in Idaho

The Veterinary Technician assists the doctors to the fullest possible extent, to help improve the quality of care given to the patients, and to aid the doctors in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work at Pend Oreille Veterinary Service.

The Veterinary Technician assists in multiple procedures providing care for animals including physical examinations, dental procedures, surgeries, vaccinations, euthanasia as well as client education, marketing and inventory maintenance. This position requires a working knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs, common diseases; their symptoms, means of transmission, treatment and prevention, and other basic preventative health care recommendations.

The Technician is friendly and flexible in the face of varying expectations from clients and co-workers. The Technician quickly prioritizes, changes focus, multi-tasks, and thinks creatively and must respond quickly and calmly to emergencies, leading others through necessary tasks.

This is an overview of the position and the job responsibilities listed do not encompass the entire position. The Veterinary Technician is under the direct guidance and supervision of the Lead Technician, Practice Manager and Veterinarians.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Hours per week:

• 30-39

Typical end time:

• 6PM

Typical start time:

• 8AM

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work evenings and weekends?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Veterinary Technician Experience: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person