Find & Apply For Veterinary Technician / Technologist Jobs in Henderson, Nevada

Overview Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Licensed Veterinary Technician and play a vital role in delivering exceptional animal care! In this energetic and rewarding position, you will support veterinarians with medical procedures, patient management, and client education. Your expertise will ensure our furry, feathered, and scaled patients receive compassionate, high-quality care while providing a positive experience for pet owners. This paid position offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a real difference in animals' lives every day. Duties Assist veterinarian with clinical procedures including animal restraint, catheterization, and laboratory testing to ensure accurate diagnostics and treatment. Perform dental cleanings, terminology-based procedures, and pet grooming to promote overall health and hygiene. Handle animals safely using proper animal handling techniques, including dog training and equine experience when applicable. Maintain aseptic techniques during surgical preparations and wound management to prevent infections. Operate diagnostic equipment such as X-ray machines, perform laboratory tests, and interpret results to support diagnosis. Provide pet care instructions to clients, including animal husbandry, nutrition advice, and post-operative care. Requirements Valid licensure as a Veterinary Technician. Proven veterinary technician experience with familiarity in veterinary terminology and animal physiology. Strong knowledge of animal anatomy, veterinary critical care procedures, and laboratory techniques. Excellent animal restraint skills combined with pet care expertise to ensure safety for both animals and staff. Competency in radiography (X-ray), dental procedures involving terminology understanding, and aseptic techniques for surgical prep. Effective communication skills for client education on pet grooming, animal care, and health maintenance. Embark on a fulfilling career where your skills directly impact the health and happiness of animals! We're dedicated to supporting your professional development while fostering a lively team environment that celebrates your passion for veterinary medicine.

Pay:

$27.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 35.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Retirement plan Application Question(s): Can you place IV catheters, draw blood, obtain urine samples, take radiographs including dental, perform typical LVT duties?

Experience:

Veterinary technician: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Veterinary Technician License (Required)

Work Location:

In person