Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician Boise, ID Job Details Part-time $18 - $21 an hour 1 day ago Benefits License reimbursement Paid time off Uniform allowance Employee discount Qualifications Anesthetic equipment management Vascular access Direct patient care Customer communication Laboratory inventory control Medical documentation Medication administration Dental care patient counseling General dentistry Laboratory equipment maintenance Veterinary Technician Certification Sample preparation Image acquisition for patient care Customer service Animal catheterization Clinical chemistry Mid-level Laboratory equipment calibration Patient safety Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Surgery Dental prophylaxis Veterinary X-ray Disinfection procedures Collecting samples for laboratory testing Anesthesiology Cleaning Perioperative care Catheterization Patient progress monitoring Nutrition education Aseptic technique Patient treatment Instrument maintenance Managing patient records 2 years Vaccination administration Post-operative care Health education and counseling Patient observation Animal restraint Veterinary technician experience Full Job Description Northwest Animal Hospital is searching for experienced veterinary technicians and assistants to join our team! Northwest Animal Hospital is growing, and we are looking for a experienced Veterinary Technician to join our busy AAHA accredited practice in Boise, Idaho. We are committed to excellent customer service, and we are passionate about providing our small animal friends with top-quality medicine and compassionate handling. Our state-of-the-art facility is well equipped, and we believe in allowing our technicians to use their skills to the fullest in caring for patients. While we have the best equipment, we also have the best team! Our team works hard to create a positive and uplifting environment. Our ability to have fun allows us to ignite our passion and deliver high-quality care. Veterinary Technicians support veterinarians in delivering high-quality medical care to companion animals. This role combines clinical, laboratory, surgical, and client-education responsibilities while maintaining a safe, efficient, and compassionate hospital environment. Key Responsibilities Patient Care & Clinical Support Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, diagnostics, and procedures Safely restrain animals using low-stress handling techniques Administer medications and vaccines as directed Monitor hospitalized patients and report changes promptly Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and sample collection Laboratory & Diagnostics Run in-house laboratory tests (CBC, chemistry, urinalysis, fecals) Prepare and submit reference lab samples Obtain and process diagnostic imaging (X-rays, dental radiographs) Maintain and calibrate laboratory and imaging equipment Surgery & Anesthesia Prepare patients and surgical suites Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery Maintain sterile technique and instrument care Perform dental cleanings and assist with oral procedures (where permitted) Client Communication & Education Educate clients on medications, treatments, nutrition, and post-op care Obtain medical histories and explain procedures Support discharge instructions and follow-up care Hospital Operations Maintain accurate medical records Clean, disinfect, and restock exam rooms and treatment areas Follow safety, infection-control, and controlled-substance protocols Assist with inventory management and equipment upkeep Our ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician or CVT, including anesthesia and dentistry experience. However, we are willing to train the right person with at least 2 years Veterinary Experience. Our hospital thrives on positivity, teamwork, communication and hard work, so our candidate must be hard working, positive, outgoing and have great attention to detail. Shifts may vary and can include weekends We look forward to hearing from you!

Pay:

$18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount License reimbursement Paid time off Uniform allowance

Work Location:

In person