Veterinary Technician

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Keene Veterinary Hospital is actively seeking an organized, compassionate, and service-oriented Veterinary Assistant who is confident in rooming patients, assisting in surgery, placing IV catheters, drawing blood and running bloodwork, experienced in properly handling and restraining animals, knowledge of x‑ray and positioning, understands the importance of client education, able to confidently dispense and administer medication prescribed by the veterinarian, and is a positive and supportive team member.

• Room patients and prepare them for surgical procedures.
• Assist in surgeries, place IV catheters, and draw blood.
• Run bloodwork and run x‑ray positioning.
• Handle and restrain animals safely.
• Dispense and administer medication prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Educate clients about pet health and care.
• Maintain a supportive team environment.

• 2+ years of prior veterinary experience.
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
• Confidently and comfortably restrain animals.
• Knowledge of surgical prep, monitoring, and recovery.
• Compassionate and caring toward clients and pets.
• Must be able to lift over 50 pounds.
• Multi-task efficiently.
• Understand the importance of client education.

• Referral program.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• CE programs provided by Ameri Vet at no cost.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.