Northwoods Animal Hospital - Minocqua, WI, small animal veterinary practice with satellite clinics in Eagle Ricer and Manitowish Waters, is Excited to add another member to our team! We are looking for full-time and part-time Certified or Registered Veterinary Technicians. We live and work in a beautiful place. People that enjoy outdoor activities love living in the Northwoods. Our practice is one of the oldest, most established in the area with many long-time clients. We have a very collaborative team, DVMs that enjoy a learning atmosphere, monthly team meetings.

Applicants need to have a strong work ethic, provide compassionate customer service, have a positive attitude, and work well as a team while being self-motivated in a fast-paced environment. Good computer and communication skills are a must to maintain medical records and instruct clients with individualized pet care needs. The applicant will frequently be required to bend, stand, stoop, walk, sit, lift, and/or move up to 50 pounds.

*Previous experience in a veterinary clinic a plus.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19-23 per hour

Hours of operation: M-F 8-5, Sat 8-12

We are proud to offer our teammates comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with match
• Pet care discount
• Scrub Allowance

Essential Functions:

• Able to perform basic animal handling and restraint
• Be able to accurately position for radiographs
• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery
• Perform in-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for outside labs
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights as well as providing client education
• Must be able to draw blood, Collect and prepare diagnostic samples
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Assist in maintaining practice equipment
• Assist veterinarians in any other assigned tasks
• Assist with euthanasia, dental cleanings, trim toenails, administration of medication,
• Maintain cleanliness of surgery suite, treatment area, and exams rooms for all surfaces
• Must be able to fill prescriptions, check pets in/out for appointments and boarding.
• Support DEA compliance as it relates to the role
• Any other duties as assigned

Requirements/Qualifications

• Previous veterinary medicine experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 40 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 40 pounds with assistance
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Computer skills, MS office applications, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Veterinary Technician Experience: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Minocqua, WI 54548 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person