Veterinary Internal Medicine Technician Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About Us:

IndyVet Emergency and Specialty Hospital is an AAHA, Fear Free, and Cat Friendly hospital that has provided innovative and compassionate care to Indianapolis and its surrounding communities for over 25 years. Our team collaborates to provide aid and comfort to pets and their families when unforeseen medical conditions arise. Our facility boasts human-grade MRI, CT, a blood banking program, an in-house laboratory, digital radiology, Ezyvet, and VetRadar.

Position Overview:

The purpose of an Internal Medicine Technician Assistant is to assist the IM technicians, assistants and doctors in a variety of ways including restraint, diagnostics, and procedures. This position is to assist us in improving the quality of care given to the patients at IndyVet and to aid in achieving greater efficiency by relieving the team of technical work and administrative detail.

Responsibilities:

· Restrain for various procedures, treatments and exams

· Prepare lab samples for outgoing laboratories

· Cleaning/maintenance of scope

· Assist Doctor with morning exams on hospitalized patients

· Prepare patient for discharge- clean, owner items, etc.

· Clean kennels when patients are discharged

· Preparing kennels and VetRadar sheets for drop off patients the night before

· Assist with patient treatments as directed by your head tech

· Check on all IM patients during downtime

· Help with end of day duties and checklists

· Clean the radiology suite/CT suite between patients

· Running in house bloodwork (machines only)

· Assisting with radiographs

· Cleaning up following procedures

· Cleaning and sterilization of surgical packs when needed

· Documenting any client communication as needed

· Collecting and returning patients from exam rooms

· Filling oral prescriptions

· Maintain cleanliness in all IM areas

· Completing body care for deceased pets

· General cleaning, stocking and laundry

· Assist with ER during downtime

Schedule:

Monday- Friday 9:00am-5:30pm

Requirements:

· Previous experience at a small animal hospital

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Self-motivation

· Attention to detail

Job Title: Internal Medicine Technician Assistant Department: Internal Medicine

Date: 7/9/25 Reports to: Internal Medicine Head Tech

Schedule: Monday- Friday 9:00-5:30

· Able to lift up to 50+ lbs without assistance.

· Able to stand and sit for exceeded periods of time

· Able to constantly lift, bend and handle heavy objects on occasion.

· Complies with Infection Control, Standard Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.

· Able to wear personal protective equipment (e.g. face masks, goggles, latex/non-latex gloves) as needed. Willingness to work overnights, some weekends, and some holidays

· Ability to work successfully independently, as well as on a team

· Flexible with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary

· Demonstrates a sense of urgency

· Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to organize and complete work in a timely manner

· Ability to understand some medical terminology as it applies to their duties

· Prioritization and time management skills

· Working quickly without compromising quality

· Excellent client service skills and phone etiquette

· Fear Free certified

· High school degree

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Compensation: $16.00 to $19.00 base pay depending on experience level and credential

Benefits:

• CE Allowance
• Uniform Allowance - including SHOES!
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Pet Discount
• 401k
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Licensing Fees

We invite you to join us in helping people by helping their pets.

For more information about our hospital, please visit: www.indyvet.com