- Salary
- $14 – $18/hr
- Location
- Bossier City, Louisiana
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Source
- Pinpoint
Description
Vet Tech
Department: Veterinary Technicians
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Bossier City, Louisiana
Compensation: $14.00 - $18.00 / hour
Description
Bossier City, Louisiana
What You'll Do
- Serve as the veterinarian's primary medical support throughout patient examinations, diagnostics, treatment, and follow-up care
- Obtain complete and accurate patient histories and record vital signs
- Prepare examination rooms and assist veterinarians during appointments
- Safely and confidently restrain dogs and cats for examinations and procedures
- Collect laboratory samples including blood, urine, fecal, and cytology specimens
- Perform venipuncture and catheter placement
- Run in-house diagnostic testing including bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal testing, and other laboratory procedures
- Prepare patients for surgery and monitor anesthesia under veterinarian supervision
- Assist with dental procedures and digital radiography
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
- Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in patient condition
- Maintain accurate medical records using veterinary practice management software
- Educate clients on preventive care, medications, nutrition, treatment plans, and post-operative instructions
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment area while following hospital safety and sanitation protocols
- Support teammates in creating an efficient, positive, and collaborative work environment
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 1-2 years of veterinary technician experience in a veterinary clinic or animal hospital
- Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program or equivalent experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of veterinary nursing, patient care, anesthesia, laboratory procedures, and animal handling
- Experience collecting blood samples and performing laboratory diagnostics
- Excellent communication and client education skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Basic computer proficiency and experience with electronic medical records or veterinary software
- Passionate about animal health and patient advocacy
- Compassionate toward pets and their families
- Professional, dependable, and team-oriented
- Detail-oriented with excellent critical thinking skills
- Calm under pressure and adaptable in a fast-paced hospital
- An excellent communicator who enjoys educating clients
- Eager to learn and continuously develop their veterinary skills
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Pet Care Discounts
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- Career Development and Advancement
- Supportive and Collaborative Team Environment
If you're looking for a rewarding veterinary technician career with a hospital that values teamwork, compassion, and medical excellence, we encourage you to apply today.