Senior Veterinary Technician/Assistant Local Vet Urgent Care Metairie, LA Job Details Full-time $16 - $21 an hour 22 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Uniform allowance Vision insurance Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Direct patient care Customer communication Teamwork Medication administration Serving clients Patient monitoring Animal catheterization In-person customer service Technical Proficiency Veterinary assistant experience Full Job Description LocalVet Urgent Care Help Build Something Special. LocalVet Urgent Care is growing, and we're looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our privately owned, veterinarian-led urgent care team! If you're an experienced technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys using your technical skills, and wants to work with a supportive team that truly values its employees, we'd love to meet you. This is an opportunity to be part of a growing clinic where your knowledge, initiative, and compassion make a real difference every day. We believe in providing exceptional care for pets while creating an outstanding experience for their families—and we know that starts with an incredible team. What You'll Do As a Senior Veterinary Technician, you'll play an essential role in patient care by: Triage urgent care patients and obtain accurate patient histories and vital signs Perform venipuncture and place intravenous catheters with confidence Collect laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostic testing Monitor sedated and anesthetized patients before, during, and after procedures Obtain high-quality digital radiographs using proper positioning and safety techniques Calculate medication dosages accurately and administer medications through appropriate routes Maintain accurate medical records, including controlled drug documentation Recognize normal and abnormal patient parameters, including heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation Assist veterinarians with medical treatments, procedures, and emergency cases Educate and communicate compassionately with clients during stressful situations Help mentor less experienced team members and foster a positive, collaborative culture Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment We're Looking For Someone Who Has Minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience (urgent care or emergency experience is a plus!) Excellent technical and patient care skills Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities A calm, positive attitude in a fast-paced environment Outstanding communication and client service skills The ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail A team-first mindset and willingness to support fellow team members Passion for providing exceptional veterinary care Why You'll Love Working at LocalVet At LocalVet Urgent Care, we're committed to building a workplace where our team enjoys coming to work. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and supporting one another through every case.

We offer:

Privately owned and veterinarian-led practice Flexible scheduling Competitive compensation based on experience Opportunities for professional growth and development Supportive leadership that values your ideas and contributions Modern equipment and a collaborative work environment The opportunity to help shape the future of a growing hospital

Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Employee Discount Uniform Allowance Professional Development Assistance Flexible Schedule Job Details Position:

Full-Time Senior Veterinary Technician Hours:

20-40 hours per week If you're an experienced veterinary technician looking for a workplace where your skills are appreciated, your growth is encouraged, and your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the LocalVet Urgent Care family!

Pay:

$16.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Uniform allowance

Work Location:

In person