Join a Team That Loves What They Do! At Capital Area Veterinary Specialists , we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional people. We're more than just a specialty hospital—we're a team that genuinely enjoys working together. We value positivity, teamwork, laughter, and supporting one another while providing outstanding care to our patients. We work hard, celebrate wins, encourage growth, and believe that a healthy work-life balance is just as important as excellent patient care. If you're looking for a hospital where you'll be challenged, appreciated, and surrounded by people who want to see you succeed, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Do As a Veterinary Technician/Assistant, you'll play a vital role in caring for our surgery and internal medicine patients. Every day is different, giving you the opportunity to continually build your skills while working alongside experienced specialists.

Responsibilities include:

Providing compassionate nursing care to hospitalized patients Assisting with appointments, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures Placing IV catheters and collecting lab samples Administering medications and IV fluids Monitoring anesthesia and patient recovery Performing laboratory testing and radiographs Completing accurate patient assessments and medical records Identifying changes in patient condition and communicating with doctors Educating clients and providing excellent customer service Working collaboratively to keep our hospital running smoothly We're searching for someone who is: Positive and team-oriented Self-motivated and dependable Kind, compassionate, and patient-focused Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking skills Eager to continue learning and growing Able to thrive in a fast-paced specialty environment Someone who enjoys contributing to a supportive, cohesive team

Qualifications Required:

Minimum of 3 years of recent veterinary technician experience Proficiency with IV catheter placement and venipuncture Strong understanding of medical calculations, including injectable medications and CRIs Knowledge of common small animal diseases and veterinary terminology Excellent communication and client service skills Reliable attendance and punctuality

Preferred:

Veterinary Technician Certification (LVT/CVT/RVT) Why You'll Love Working Here ✔ Supportive, collaborative team culture ✔ Excellent work-life balance ✔ Opportunities to continue learning and expand your skills ✔ Advanced specialty medicine and surgery ✔ Competitive benefits package Benefits Include Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Uniform Allowance Employee Discount Flexible Scheduling If you're looking for more than "just another clinic" and want to be part of a team that genuinely enjoys coming to work while practicing exceptional medicine, we'd love to hear from you. Come grow with us at Capital Area Veterinary Specialists!

Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 34.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance License reimbursement Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person