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Description & Requirements
Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant (ICU & Surgery) – Multiple Openings
Metairie Small Animal Hospital (MSAH)
📍 101 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70005 (Greater New Orleans Area)
🌐 https://www.msah.com/
💲 Competitive, negotiable hourly pay based on experience
🕒 Full-Time | On-Site | Flexible scheduling weekend availability
About Us
Metairie Small Animal Hospital (MSAH) has been a trusted leader in veterinary care in Metairie, Louisiana for over 75 years. Conveniently located in the heart of Metairie, we proudly serve the Greater New Orleans community with a unique combination of general practice, specialty surgery, emergency services, and a 24-hour ICU.
We are a Fear-Free and Cat-Friendly certified hospital with residency-trained surgeons, offering advanced medicine in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. As we continue to grow—including expansion in oncology, CT, ICU, and ER services—we’re excited to add to our talented team.
Our hospital is known for its strong culture and team longevity, with many staff members staying 5–20 years. We’re proud to be a teaching-focused environment where learning, mentorship, and teamwork are part of everyday life.
Position Overview
We are currently hiring for multiple openings and are seeking skilled Veterinary Technicians and experienced Veterinary Assistants to join our team.
We’re especially interested in technicians with experience or interest in ICU, ER, and surgery, including critical care technicians who thrive in a high-acuity environment.
Credentialed (RVT/LVT/CVT) technicians are preferred, but experienced, non-credentialed technicians are absolutely encouraged to apply.
We’re looking for individuals with the right attitude, strong technical skills, and a desire to grow with a rapidly evolving hospital.
What You’ll Do
This is a well-rounded, high-skill technician role with exposure to all areas of the hospital:
- Assist in surgical procedures and anesthesia monitoring
- Perform dental procedures, including scaling and radiographs
- Support ICU and hospitalized patient care
- Take and process digital radiographs (x-rays)
- Perform venipuncture, bloodwork, and lab diagnostics
- Place and maintain IV catheters
- Provide patient care, restraint, and treatment support
- Communicate effectively with team members and clients
What We’re Looking For
- 3–5 years of veterinary experience is ideal
- Experience in ER, ICU, surgery, or critical care strongly preferred
- Credentialed (RVT/LVT/CVT) preferred but not required
- Strong technical skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented mindset with a positive, collaborative attitude
- Interest in learning, growing, and contributing to hospital expansion
Why Join MSAH?
- High-Level Medicine: Work alongside residency-trained surgeons in a hospital offering ER, ICU, surgery, and specialty care
- Wide Variety of Cases: From GP to advanced specialty cases—no two days are the same
- Teaching Environment: Learn new skills including surgery, blood transfusions, and critical care from an experienced team
- Strong Team Culture: Supportive, collaborative environment where departments work together and genuinely care about one another
- Career Growth: Opportunities to grow with expanding services in oncology, CT, ICU, and ER
- Stability & Longevity: Many team members have been here 5–20 years
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive, negotiable hourly pay based on experience level
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee pet discounts
- Continuing education and training opportunities
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Veterinary Technician, Surgery Tech, ICU Tech, or Veterinary Assistant looking for a hospital where you can expand your skills and be part of a supportive team, we’d love to connect.
Learn more at https://www.msah.com/ and apply today!