What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at Pet Specialists of Hawaii?
Pet Specialists of Hawaii | Waipahu, HI
Pet Specialists of Hawaii (PSH), our veterinary technicians are essential to everything we do. You’ll work alongside a skilled, motivated, and compassionate specialty teams where your technical skills, judgment, and advocacy truly matter. Every day, you’ll make a meaningful impact—improving patient health, supporting pet owners through education and empathy, and knowing you’re backed by a team that genuinely supports one another.
At PSH, we provide advanced, personalized veterinary care to pets across Oahu and neighboring islands. Our hospital is equipped with 7 exam rooms, digital radiology, CT imaging, and a fully equipped in-house laboratory, allowing our teams to practice high-quality, collaborative medicine.
What You’ll Do
- Perform advanced technical skills including physical exams, heart and lung auscultation, phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, and drug calculations and administration
- Assist with anesthetic induction, intubation, monitoring, recovery, and postoperative care
- Conduct ultrasound-guided cystocentesis and laboratory diagnostic evaluations
- Provide compassionate, attentive patient care and serve as a strong patient advocate
- Prepare and support patients during procedures while maintaining sterile technique when required
- Assist veterinarians during procedures by anticipating needs, passing instruments, performing retraction, suctioning, suturing and other supportive measures
- Communicate confidently and compassionately with clients, including proactive follow-up calls and emails
- Collaborate with referring veterinary hospitals to ensure clear, timely, and accurate information exchange
- Create and maintain detailed, accurate medical records and summarize pertinent medical history using computer medical record programs.
- Cross-train in all hospital departments to support team coverage and continued professional development
- Provide training, mentorship, and ongoing support to fellow team members to promote consistent, high-quality patient care across the hospital
- Set up and break down surgical and procedure equipment and supplies to ensure efficient, well-organized workflows
- Clean, process, and prepare instruments for proper sterilization and safe storage
- Participate in daily hospital opening and closing duties to support smooth operations and patient care
What We’re Looking For
- Veterinary Technician experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology
- Proficiency in phlebotomy and physical examinations
- Experience with radiology and diagnostic procedures
- Excellent communication skills with clients and fellow staff
- Valid Veterinary Technician License in Hawaii or ability to transfer an out-of-state license, currently in veterinary technician degree program considered.
Why You’ll Love Working at PSH
We believe that great patient care starts with a supported, balanced team. We prioritize work-life balance, mental well-being, and professional growth.
Full-time benefits include:
- Competitive pay
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid time off
- Continuing education (CE) opportunities
- Employee pet discounts across our hospital network
- Set schedule every week
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Veterinary medicine: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30