Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician ID 2026-16774 Category Veterinary Technician/Assistant Position Type Full-Time Location US-ID-Athol Who we are: Northwoods Veterinary Hospital is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Technician or Assistant! Position Details Role: Experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: 4-day workweeks. No weekends or major holidays! Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program Looking for a clinic where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and you never have to work nights or major holidays? At Northwoods Veterinary Hospital, we’re a 2.5-doctor small animal practice in Athol, Idaho, known for our supportive culture and high-quality medicine. We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who’s passionate about patient care, client service, and teamwork, and who’s excited to join a team that truly enjoys working together. If that sounds like you, you may have just found your home. Why Our Veterinary Technicians It Here Predictable scheduling and respect for your time No nights and no major holidays A supportive environment where questions are welcome and growth is expected Mentorship and training so you can keep leveling up A close-knit small animal team that truly enjoys working together What Our Veterinary Technicians Do 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 your experience and training Take high-quality radiographs and run in-house lab work, including CBC/chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, and fecals Support surgical and dental procedures, including patient prep, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, and instrument care Educate clients on patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive care, and document everything accurately in the medical record Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities. What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring Previous experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant (required); veterinary technician licensure is welcome but not required Solid technical skills, such as venipuncture, IV catheter placement, lab work, and radiology, based on your 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 the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment A positive, team-first mindset and a commitment to continued learning and growth Benefits You Can’t Beat Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits 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 employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply. Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State veterinary technician license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement Professional development opportunities Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program Join Our Team! If you’re an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who loves patient care, values a team that has your back, and wants to keep growing, we’d love to meet you. Sound like your kind of place? Apply today and let’s talk! Apply today and join the team at Northwoods Veterinary Hospital! Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Northwoods Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential. Options Apply Apply Share Submit a Referral Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs Software Powered by ICIMS www.icims.com