Veterinary Technician

• Full use of your technician skills, from anesthesia and dentistry to diagnostics and nursing care
• A hospital manager and doctors who care about your wellbeing
• Flexible scheduling for a healthy work-life balance
• Closed on all major holidays, with only rotating Saturday shifts
• Lunch breaks on the reg
• A fridge stocked with drinks and snacks, always, plus occasional coffee runs and meals on us
• A Fear Free, low-stress approach to handling, especially with our feline patients
• Mentoring and support as you grow and advance your career
• The opportunity to earn extra income
• A positive culture built for fulfilling, long-term careers

• Triage patients and obtain thorough histories, vitals, and assessments
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures
• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care from intake through discharge
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection
• Take high-quality radiographs and maintain imaging standards
• Run in-house lab work, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, and fecals
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including patient prep, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Provide patient monitoring and supportive care, including TPRs, pain scoring, and wound care
• Use Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques to keep patients safe and comfortable
• Educate clients on patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care with compassion and clarity
• Document patient care, treatments, and client interactions accurately in the medical record
• Keep treatment and exam areas clean and stocked, and follow infection control protocols
• Collaborate with the team to keep the workflow efficient and the hospital culture positive

• Previous veterinary technician experience (required)
• Veterinary technician licensure, welcomed but not required
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring, intubation, and extubation
• Competency in emergency and surgical care, including IV catheter placement
• Diagnostic skills, including radiographs, phlebotomy, sample collection, and in-house lab work
• Knowledge of preventive care, vaccines, and medications
• Safe, effective patient handling and restraint in a Fear Free environment, especially with cats
• The ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy setting
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Excellent documentation habits and an organized approach to your work
• A positive, team-player attitude and a willingness to learn new techniques
• Availability for rotating Saturday shifts

If you’re an Experienced Veterinary Technician who wants to use every skill you’ve built, work with a team that has your back, and get your lunch break, we’d love to meet you. Bring your compassion, your clinical know-how, and your love of client education. We’ll bring the support, the mentorship, and the snacks.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Northwood Oaks Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.