Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician
Salary: $16.00-$19.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience
Schedule: This is a full-time position with four 8–10-hour shifts per week, Monday through Friday. The typical schedule includes two shifts from 7:30 AM–6:00 PM and two shifts from 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.
Countryside Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
What to Expect as a Certified Vet Tech with Countryside Veterinary Hospital
- A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
- Professional development opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
- Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
- Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
- Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
- Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
- Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
- Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
- Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.
Qualifications:
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification is preferred.
- Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
- Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
- Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
About Countryside Veterinary Hospital
In Idaho Falls, your pets are part of the family, and that's exactly how we treat them. Countryside Veterinary Hospital was built on a simple idea: every dog and cat deserves attentive, compassionate care from people who genuinely love what they do.
Our team brings together experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and a caring support staff who treat every visit as an opportunity to build trust with both you and your pet. We know that walking into a vet's office can be stressful for animals and owners alike, so we focus on creating a calm, welcoming environment from the moment you arrive.
We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.