(Rescue) Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Job Title: (Rescue) Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT),Reporting to: Rescue Medical Team ManagerHours per week: 40 hours per week (weekend shift availability required)Position Type: Paid, starting at $25-27/hourPosition ResponsibilitiesAssist and Support - Medical Team ● Appropriate and safe restraint for medical exams ● Obtain medical history and discuss general health recommendations, relay medical recommendations to foster families ● Fill medications as prescribed by the veterinarian or according to rescue protocols ● Monitor daily task lists ● Light reception duties, Rescue Medical Case Manager and Care Coordinator support as needed ● General clinic cleaning ● Other duties as assigned by the Rescue Medical Team ManagerAssist and Support Veterinarian - Surgery● Assist veterinarian with pre-surgical exams ● Set up and clean up surgical suite ● Draw up pre-medications and inductions ● Log controlled drugs ● Place IV catheters, intubate patients ● Prepare patients for surgical procedures ● Dental scaling and polishing, including dental radiographs ● Assist in surgery, including administering and monitoring anesthesia ● Clean instruments; wrap and sterilize surgical packs ● Recover and monitor patients post-opProvide Treatments● Perform SQ, IM, & IV injections ● Obtain blood and urine samples for diagnostic testing ● Obtain and evaluate lab samples for ear cytology, tape prep, urinalysis, etc. ● Administer vaccines ● Perform nail trims, anal gland expressions, and other procedures ● Perform intake exams on newly admitted rescue animalsQualifications:● Valid Minnesota Veterinary Technician Certification ● 1-2 years of hands on veterinary technician experience, previous rescue or emergency experience preferred ● Ability to read, understand and follow department and facility procedures and policies ● Experience handling dogs and cats during medical exams and procedures ● Experience communicating individually and in a team environment ● Experience working with computer applications ● Ability to lift 40-50 pounds dailyDesired Skills:- Team Management, Strategic Thinking, Great Communication, Customer Service, Collaboration, Networking, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Adaptability & Agility.Benefits:- Paid Time Off - Retirement Plan - Flexible Schedule - Pet-friendly environment (bring your pet to work) - Medical and Dental - Healthy Snack room - Continuing Education - Parental Leave - Employee Discount - Paid HolidaysJoin Our Pack:If you are inspired by our mission, passionate about our values, and eager to make a difference, we welcome you to apply now to become a part of The Bond Between community! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingContinuing education creditsDental insuranceEmployee discountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid parental leavePaid time offParental leaveRetirement planTuition reimbursement Work Location: In person

Created: 2026-03-03