Experienced Veterinary Technician
Innovetive Petcare
Salary undisclosed
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Description
Key Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, hands-on veterinary nursing and patient care.
- Assist with exam rooms, drop-off patients, dentistry, surgery, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery.
- Perform laboratory diagnostics, radiology, and other clinical procedures.
- Monitor patients, support treatment plans, and maintain accurate medical records.
- Educate clients on treatments, medications, and ongoing patient care.
- Partner with veterinarians and teammates to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient hospital.
- Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Schedule
- Four 10-hour shifts per week, Monday–Friday, from 7:15 AM–5:30 PM, with one weekday off.
- Every third Saturday: 7:30 AM–12:00 PM.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- 3+ years of hands-on veterinary experience required, with demonstrated competency in patient care and clinical nursing.
- Experience with anesthesia monitoring and recovery, laboratory diagnostics, radiology, medical procedures, and surgical support.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, organization, and the ability to prioritize in a busy hospital.
- Warm, professional communication skills and a collaborative, team-first attitude.
- Dependability, initiative, and a willingness to step in wherever patient and hospital needs arise.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, bend, kneel, reach, and safely lift or move up to 50 pounds with assistance or appropriate equipment as needed.
- Comfortable working around dogs and cats, including sick, injured, anxious, or potentially aggressive patients; exposure to animal dander, odors, cleaning and disinfecting products, bodily fluids, medications, and other routine veterinary hospital hazards is part of the role. Must follow established safety, infection-control, and PPE protocols.
Benefits
Full-Time Team Benefits May Include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Paid time off and paid holidays, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Mental health resources and employee assistance support.
- Telemedicine services.
- Discounts on veterinary services, medications, and care for your personal pets.
- Opportunities to expand your clinical skills and pursue future career growth.
Ready to Make a Difference?
5495 Airline Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111
Benefits
- We believe exceptional patient care starts with a supported, collaborative team. Join a practice where your experience matters, your contributions make a difference, and you can continue growing as a veterinary professional. Full-Time Team Benefits May Include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options. 401(k) retirement savings plan. Paid time off and paid holidays, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Continuing education and professional development opportunities. Mental health resources and employee assistance support. Telemedicine services. Discounts on veterinary services, medications, and care for your personal pets. Opportunities to expand your clinical skills and pursue future career growth. Ready to Make a Difference? Bring your experience, compassion, and passion for veterinary medicine to North Airline Animal Hospital! Apply today and join a team committed to exceptional care for pets and the people who love them throughout Bossier City and the surrounding Shreveport area. North Airline Animal Hospital 5495 Airline Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111
About this role
North Airline Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced veterinary technician to join a full-service practice offering preventive care, dentistry, surgery, orthopedics, diagnostics, and emergency services for dogs and cats. You'll work as part of a collaborative, doctor-led team handling the full scope of veterinary nursing—from patient exams and surgical support to anesthesia monitoring, laboratory work, and radiology. The role demands at least three years of hands-on experience, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy hospital environment while maintaining meticulous records and educating clients on their pets' care.
The schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts per week (Monday–Friday, 7:15 AM–5:30 PM) plus every third Saturday morning, offering predictable weekday availability. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $16–19 per hour, supported by medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, continuing education opportunities, and employee wellness resources. The role suits someone with proven competency in anesthesia, diagnostics, and surgical procedures who thrives in a collaborative setting and is committed to both patient care and professional growth.
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$16 to $19 per year
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