What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at Ark Animal Hospital?
Veterinary Technician – Join Our Compassionate, Team-Oriented Hospital
At Ark Animal Hospital, we take pride in being a family-oriented practice that values both exceptional patient care and genuine compassion for our clients. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality medicine while fostering meaningful relationships with the pets and people we serve.
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Veterinary Technician to join our clinical team. Our hospital offers a wide range of services, including general and orthopedic surgery, dentistry, ultrasound, cold laser therapy, and a growing Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation department-providing an exciting opportunity to expand your skills in both traditional and progressive veterinary medicine.
What You’ll Do:
The ideal candidate will be confident and capable in all aspects of veterinary nursing, including:
- Animal restraint and patient handling
- Administering treatments and medications
- Performing radiography (x-rays)
- Blood collection and laboratory support
- Maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment
- Educating clients on preventative care and treatment plans
- Assisting with or learning Physical Therapy and rehabilitation services (including therapeutic exercises and modalities)
What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Energetic and self-motivated
- Compassionate toward patients and clients
- Committed to excellent customer service
- A strong team player with a positive attitude
- Detail-oriented and dependable
- Interested in learning and growing within Physical Therapy/rehabilitation (experience is a plus, but not required)
Certification is preferred, but not required for the right candidate with strong experience.
Position Details:
This is a full-time role with a rotating schedule that includes days, evenings, and two Saturdays per month.
What We Offer:
We provide a competitive benefits package, including:
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental & Vision insurance
- Long-term Disability & Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) plan
- Generous employee pet care discounts
If you’re looking to grow your career in a supportive, collaborative environment-and be part of an expanding Physical Therapy program-we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please forward your resume to Courtney Roberts, Nurse Manager.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- Veterinary Technician Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30