Veterinary Technician-Clinic and Community Services (Full Time Or Part Time)
About The Position
The Veterinary Technician, Clinic & Community Services plays a vital role in delivering accessible, high-quality veterinary care to pet owners facing financial or accessibility barriers. This position directly supports Animal Friends’ mission by ensuring safe, compassionate care for patients while assisting in high-volume spay/neuter surgeries, general practice appointments, and community-focused vaccine clinics. This role works closely with veterinarians, support staff, and clients to provide excellent patient care, educate pet owners, and maintain a humane, efficient, and supportive clinical environment that serves both people and animals.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; graduate of an accredited Veterinary Technician program
- Hands-on veterinary or clinical experience required
- Anesthesia experience required
- Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and procedures
- Ability to perform SQ, IM, and IV injections
- Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical environment
- Ability to safely handle and restrain animals
- Flexible schedule including occasional evenings, weekends, and special events
- Comfortable working around dogs, cats, and other animals with varying medical and behavioral needs
- Reliable transportation and consistent attendance required
Nice To Haves
- CVT preferred
- Experience in shelter medicine, high-volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN), TNVR programs, or general practice/ER settings
- Experience working with feral cats or medically complex patients
- Strong background in client education and community-based care
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, high-quality care to canine and feline patients of all ages, breeds, and medical or behavioral conditions
- Support veterinarians during exams, surgeries, dental procedures, and vaccine clinics
- Administer and monitor anesthesia, including induction, intubation, maintenance, and recovery
- Prepare patients and surgical sites using proper aseptic techniques
- Collect patient histories, take vital signs, place IV catheters, and perform laboratory testing
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
- Assist in diagnostic imaging and sample collection (blood, urine, fecal)
- Safely restrain animals, including fractious patients and feral cats
- Maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and treatment areas
- Educate clients on spay/neuter, vaccines, disease prevention, medications, and animal care
- Clearly explain procedures, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Provide compassionate support to clients in stressful or emotional situations
- Respond to calls, voicemails, and client inquiries in a timely and professional manner
- Communicate clinic services, pricing, and available community programs
- Accurately document patient care and client communications in medical records
- Maintain controlled substance logs and adhere to clinic policies
- Support scheduling, reporting, and daily clinic operations
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms, surgical suites, and kennels
- Participate in high-volume clinics, outreach efforts, and special events
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support organizational needs
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (for eligible full-time employees)
- Paid time off, holidays (for full-time employees), and birthday pay
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Pet care discounts and on-site clinic benefits
- Casual dress and Animal Friends gear
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
