Veterinary Technician

Job Description

Applies medical nursing knowledge attained through hands-on experience and/or formal education to assist Veterinarians in a clinical general practice setting.


Under general supervision, providing support for a variety of animal health care needs. Prepares treatment and exam rooms for examination of animals. Practices restraint of animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, and prepares patient medications or fills prescriptions as directed by the Veterinarian. Performs routine blood draws for laboratory testing in house and prepares samples for outside laboratory submission.


With direct supervision, prepares patients and equipment for general anesthesia, IV catheter placement, monitor and record vital signs as well as adjust anesthesia as needed. Able to assist Veterinarian in surgery as needed to assist with instruments and supplies, fluid administration, use of equipment with emergent or specialized patient care including post-surgical recovery.


Experience in dentistry radiographs, dental cleanings and assessment is a plus but will be required and trained as appropriate.


Classification may be used within state guidelines that do not require credentialing to perform the aforementioned duties and pertains to those employees whose experience and/or on-the-job training has developed the necessary skillset and capabilities.


National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

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NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.