Veterinary Assistant / Technician

Job Description Job Description Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician - Join Our Compassionate Team! Are you passionate about animal care and looking to make a difference in the lives of pets and their people? Our busy, community-focused small animal veterinary clinic is looking for a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. We pride ourselves on providing compassionate, high-quality care while creating a supportive environment for both our clients and our team members. The Veterinary Assistant/Technician plays an essential role in patient care, client communication, and supporting the veterinary team. The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities * Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures * Safely restrain pets for exams, diagnostics, and procedures * Collect and run laboratory samples (blood, fecal, urine, cytology) * Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the veterinarian * Take radiographs and assist with diagnostic imaging * Maintain accurate medical records * Educate clients on medications, treatments, and preventive care * Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment Qualifications * Experience working in a veterinary clinic preferred * Veterinary Technician certification or eligibility is a plus (not required for assistants) * Strong communication and teamwork skills * Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment * Compassionate handling of animals and excellent client service skills * Ability to lift and restrain animals safely What We Offer * Competitive pay based on experience * Supportive team environment * Opportunities for growth and continued learning * Employee pet care discounts * The rewarding experience of helping pets and the people who love them If you are passionate about animal care and want to be part of a team that truly values pets and their families, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position. Company Description Roadrunner Veterinary Medicine, DBA Bosque Animal Clinic is committed to providing high quality, compassionate veterinary care to every pet and beloved family member entrusted in our care. Our goal is to improve the quality of life of our patients through comprehensive veterinary care, client education, disease prevention, early detection of illness and multimodal treatment options. We strive to provide excellent service to our clients and patients through lifelong learning in an effort to be constantly improving our client communication and veterinary skills. Bosque Animal Clinic is located in the heart of Los Lunas in a newly renovated 4000 square foot clinic with 5 exam rooms, dedicated comfort room, complete in house laboratory equipment, dental xrays, digitial xrays, and cold laser therapy. Company Description Roadrunner Veterinary Medicine, DBA Bosque Animal Clinic is committed to providing high quality, compassionate veterinary care to every pet and beloved family member entrusted in our care. Our goal is to improve the quality of life of our patients through comprehensive veterinary care, client education, disease prevention, early detection of illness and multimodal treatment options. We strive to provide excellent service to our clients and patients through lifelong learning in an effort to be constantly improving our client communication and veterinary skills.\r\n\r\nBosque Animal Clinic is located in the heart of Los Lunas in a newly renovated 4000 square foot clinic with 5 exam rooms, dedicated comfort room, complete in house laboratory equipment, dental xrays, digitial xrays, and cold laser therapy.