Veterinary Technician

Animal Care and Wellness Center•Kula, HI

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About The Position

Animal Care and Wellness Center is an ever-growing, two-doctor small-animal practice seeking an outstanding, responsible individual to join our team – our ohana – as a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant. This is a hands-on technical role focused on patient care, anesthesia, dentistry, diagnostics, and medical support. Our ideal candidate is skilled, dependable, and passionate about high-quality veterinary medicine. We foster a culture of continuous learning and growth, so you should be eager to expand your technical abilities, support our doctors, and deliver exceptional patient care while contributing to a positive, professional environment. We are a family-oriented, full-service animal hospital, and we strive to maintain an upbeat, enthusiastic work atmosphere that centers around teamwork, technical excellence, and compassionate patient care.

Requirements

Strong technical ability: Proficiency in venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, radiology, laboratory procedures, and dentistry (appropriate to licensure and experience).
Clinical confidence: Ability to assist in surgery, perform treatments, and manage hospitalized cases efficiently.
Attention to detail: Accurate record keeping and careful monitoring of patients.
Team-oriented mindset: Ability to work closely with veterinarians and support staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
Compassionate patient care: Gentle handling and a genuine love for animals.
Dependability: Reliable, punctual, and accountable.
Flexibility: Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
Current Veterinary Technician license (where applicable) or prior hands-on experience as a veterinary assistant in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

Assisting veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, surgery, and treatment procedures.
Performing technical skills such as venipuncture, IV catheter placement, sample collection, radiographs, anesthesia induction and monitoring, and dental cleanings (based on licensure and experience).
Administering medications and treatments as directed.
Monitoring hospitalized and post-operative patients.
Maintaining accurate and thorough medical records.
Educating clients on treatment plans, medications, and post-operative care instructions.
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe treatment and surgical area.
Assisting with inventory and supply management as needed.

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) matching
Tuition support
Referral bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
Generous PTO
Employee discounts
Quarterly team bonuses
Continuing education allowance
State license & VTNE fee reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Referral bonus program
Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
State license reimbursement
VTNE exam fee reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays (full-time only)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program