Registered Veterinary Technician

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Triage incoming patients and help the team prioritize care calmly and confidently.
• Use safe, low-stress restraint techniques while protecting each patient’s comfort.
• Collect and analyze blood, urine, fecal, skin, and other diagnostic samples.
• Capture quality radiographic images and support dental radiography when trained.
• Prepare patients and the surgery suite, assist doctors, and maintain sterile technique.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia using two anesthesia monitors and sound clinical judgment.
• Provide attentive nursing care for medical and hospitalized patients with varied acuity.
• Use IDEXX ProCyte Dx, SediVue Dx, SNAP Pro, Imagyst, three Catalyst One analyzers, digital radiology, and in-house urinalysis capabilities.
• Explain treatment plans, medications, prevention, and home-care instructions in approachable language.
• Maintain accurate medical records and contribute ideas that strengthen workflow and patient care.

Qualifications

Who We're Looking For:

• An Ohio-licensed Registered Veterinary Technician who wants to use the full range of their skills.
• A dependable RVT who arrives ready to contribute and follows through for teammates.
• A compassionate communicator who builds trust with clients during routine and emotional visits.
• A vet tech comfortable in a busy general-practice setting with surgical and dental cases.
• Someone knowledgeable about preventive care, hospital operations, and professional ethics.
• A technician experienced with sample collection, laboratory analysis, and diagnostic imaging.
• A confident anesthesia monitor who notices details and communicates changes quickly.
• A collaborative learner who welcomes coaching and shares knowledge generously.
• A future leader interested in mentoring, process improvement, or expanding responsibilities.
• A flexible teammate available for some Saturday shifts and prepared for normal animal-care hazards.

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.

Company Description

We’re here for you, we’re here for your pet, and we’re proud to be your neighborhood’s favorite vet!

Southgate Veterinary Clinic is proud to have cared for Bellefontaine pets and families for several decades. Under Dr. DeWayne Weaver’s ownership since 2017, our hospital completed a full remodel in 2020 and kept the close relationships that make us a community fixture. Our doctors bring experience in many aspects of small-animal medicine, such as surgery, behavior, and exotic companion mammal wellness, which creates an environment where questions lead to learning and no one practices in a silo.

Our beautiful hospital includes six exam rooms, a dedicated surgery suite, treatment space, separate dog and cat wards, and dedicated ultrasound and radiology areas. We take pride in not only our veterinary knowledge and technical expertise but also in the kindness, patience, and integrity that define our practice culture. Our goal is simple- to provide the highest quality medical care while building lasting relationships with our clients and their beloved pets. 

If you want to become a stronger registered vet tech, help shape a growing hospital, and get to know the clients and pets behind the chart, we would love to meet you. Apply today and start a conversation about your next chapter at Southgate Veterinary Clinic!

Learn more about us by visiting our website or reading our hospital profile.