Veterinary Technician

Vetcor • Athol, ID

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Northwoods Veterinary Hospital is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant for its 2.5-doctor small animal practice in Athol, Idaho. This is a full-time position with negotiable compensation based on experience and four-day workweeks. The hospital describes its culture as supportive and close-knit, with an emphasis on high-quality medicine, teamwork, mentorship, and continued professional growth. There are no night shifts, weekends, or major holidays.

The role involves patient triage and assessment, assisting veterinarians with exams and procedures, providing nursing care, performing technical tasks according to experience and training, supporting surgery and dentistry, and communicating with clients. Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs and the employee’s experience, training, credentials, certifications, and assigned responsibilities.

The hospital offers compensation and benefits including retirement savings options, insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, employee pet discounts, professional development support, and employee assistance resources. Some benefits are limited to full-time employees or have other eligibility conditions.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant is required.
• Technical skills such as venipuncture, IV catheter placement, laboratory work, and radiology, based on experience.
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, induction, and recovery, plus experience assisting in surgery.
• Excellent patient-handling skills, with a focus on low-stress or Fear Free techniques.
• Clear, compassionate communication with clients and team members.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, team-first mindset and commitment to continued learning and growth.

Nice To Haves

• Veterinary technician licensure is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients and take thorough histories, vitals, and patient assessments.
• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and sample collection based on experience and training.
• Take radiographs and run in-house laboratory work, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, and fecals.
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including patient preparation, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, and instrument care.
• Educate clients on patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care.
• Document information accurately in medical records.
• Work as part of the team and participate in ongoing learning and growth.

Benefits

• Competitive, flexible compensation based on skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching and Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Tuition support
• Referral bonus program
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (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 after one year of service, subject to stated exclusions
• Sick time and paid time off
• Free or discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program
• Quarterly team rewards bonus program
• State veterinary technician 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed