Career Opportunities

Salary Range: $140,000- $160,000 with potential for generous sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance

Join Our Team at Sun Valley Animal Center in Beautiful Ketchum, ID

Are you a passionate and dedicated veterinarian seeking an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of animals while enjoying the stunning natural beauty of Ketchum, Idaho? Sun Valley Animal Center, a premier veterinary practice nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, is seeking a full-time Veterinarian to join our dedicated team.

Sun Valley Animal Center is committed to providing top-notch veterinary care in a picturesque setting! Our practice is renowned for delivering exceptional service to our clients and their pets. We take pride in maintaining a state-of-the-art facility equipped with the latest diagnostic and treatment technologies. This is a great opportunity to collaborate with a team of experienced and compassionate veterinary professionals, utilize advanced diagnostic equipment and technology, develop strong bonds with clients to prioritize their pets' well-being, and experience the unique blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure in Ketchum!

At Sun valley Animal Center, we take the health and well-being of our employees seriously, offering flexible working conditions and encouraging a well-rounded work/life balance. We offer competitive salary with high earning potential, high quality health, dental, and vision insurance, optional life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, generous CE allowance, reimbursement for membership dues and license fees, and many more discounts and supplemental insurance options!

Generous signing, commitment, and relocation bonuses available!

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, email Heather Williams at hwilliams@petvetcarecenters.com to be connected with the Sun Valley hospital team.

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The Sun Valley Animal Center seeks to add full-time Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVT) and Veterinary Assistants to our outstanding team. We have opportunities available in Orthopedics, Holistic Medicine and Physical Rehabilitation. Located in the beautiful ski resort mountain town of Sun Valley, Idaho, this state-of-the-art practice is one of the premier veterinary hospitals in the Northwest. Our technicians play an integral role in providing excellent medical care for our patients and customer service for our clients. A positive, compassionate attitude is required for all SVAC team members. We will provide a great working environment for advancement of your career in veterinary medicine and are willing to train the right person.  Salaries and benefits are very competitive and offered according to experience.

Essential Position Functions:

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Competencies:

• Care and Compassion: Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support.
• Team Orientation: Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals.
• Dependability: Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals.
• Initiative: Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities.
• Flexibility and Multi-Tasking: Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication: Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others.
• Customer Services: Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
• Organization and Attention to Detail: Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents.
• Adherence to Rules and Instructions: Consistently follows standard procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or the Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) 
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.

Position Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Knowledge of the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of pets receiving surgery, as well as basic pet nursing.
• Ability to demonstrate and follow correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, emergency medicine, and digital radiology.
• Understand and limit the potential exposure to bites, scratches, and potential injuries.
• Able to restrain patients according to standard procedures.
• Fill prescriptions and monitor sedation procedures as directed by the veterinarian.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• Communicate and approach job duties in a professional and mature manner.
• Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays.
• This is a strenuous job that requires a lot of lifting, cleaning, and constant motion.
• Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds).
• Answer phones and perform other duties as needed by the hospital.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Manager or practice.

Schedule:

• Monday-Thursday

Additional Information:

The list of essential functions and additional functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this position. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a required assignment for the position.

Salary Range: $175,000- $225,000 annually, based on experience and credentials, with potential for generous sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance

Join Our Team at Sun Valley Animal Center in Beautiful Ketchum, ID

Are you a passionate and dedicated veterinarian seeking an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of animals while enjoying the stunning natural beauty of Ketchum, Idaho? Sun Valley Animal Center, a premier veterinary practice nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, is seeking a full-time Veterinarian to join our dedicated team.

Sun Valley Animal Center is committed to providing top-notch veterinary care in a picturesque setting! Our practice is renowned for delivering exceptional service to our clients and their pets. We take pride in maintaining a state-of-the-art facility equipped with the latest diagnostic and treatment technologies. This is a great opportunity to collaborate with a team of experienced and compassionate veterinary professionals, utilize advanced diagnostic equipment and technology, develop strong bonds with clients to prioritize their pets' well-being, and experience the unique blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure in Ketchum!

At Sun valley Animal Center, we take the health and well-being of our employees seriously, offering flexible working conditions and encouraging a well-rounded work/life balance. We offer competitive salary with high earning potential, high quality health, dental, and vision insurance, optional life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, generous CE allowance, reimbursement for membership dues and license fees, and many more discounts and supplemental insurance options!

Generous signing, commitment, and relocation bonuses available!

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, email Heather Williams at hwilliams@petvetcarecenters.com to be connected with the Sun Valley hospital team.

#LI-HW1

Position Overview:

The Sun Valley Animal Center seeks to add a full-time Veterinary Technician Supervisor to our outstanding team.

Located in the beautiful ski resort mountain town of Sun Valley, Idaho, this state-of-the-art practice is one of the premier veterinary hospitals in the Northwest. Our technicians play an integral role in providing excellent medical care for our patients and customer service for our clients. A positive, compassionate attitude is required for all SVAC team members. Salaries and benefits are very competitive and offered according to experience.

Essential Functions:

The position details include a working supervisor who performs the duties of medical technical staff (e.g., technicians and assistants) as well as scheduling, overseeing training, and supervising the staff of the assigned department. Must be able to expedite the care and efficiency of the department, and be in charge of patient care standards. The right candidate must lead team by example, demonstrating organization skills, following company policies, and having a professional attitude

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Veterinary Technician License or at 5 years' experience preferred
• High level of competence in the complete range of veterinary technician skills.
• Working in a team environment.
• Customer Service.
• Attention to detail.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Supervisory skills, including performance management, feedback, and communications.
• Staff scheduling skills.
• Professionalism and ability to properly handle confidential information.

Competencies:

• Leadership skills.
• Time management.
• Organization skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Multi-tasking and setting priorities.
• Empathy.

Schedule:

• 4, 10-hour shifts

Additional Notes:

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or the Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred or equivalent experience.
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or must possess or be eligible to be granted a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substances Permit (VACSP) in California or equivalent as required by other states.

The list of essential functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.