Lava Rock Veterinary Hospital
Urgent Care When Pets Need It Most
Careers
Build Your Career With Lava Rock
Lava Rock Veterinary Hospital is a privately owned, growing veterinary urgent care hospital serving pets and families throughout Southern Utah.
Our days are fast-paced, our cases are varied, and teamwork matters. We see scheduled appointments, same-day urgent cases, and walk-ins, which means no two days look exactly the same.
We value communication, initiative, and team members who want to learn, grow, and take an active role in patient care. Every role at Lava Rock plays an important part in creating a positive experience for our patients, clients, and team.
If you enjoy variety in your day, working as part of a collaborative team, and being part of a growing privately owned practice, we'd love to meet you.
Current Openings
Associate Veterinarian
About the Role
Lava Rock Veterinary Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing privately owned urgent care practice in St. George, Utah.
Our hospital provides a unique mix of scheduled appointments, same-day urgent care, and walk-in cases. This position is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys case variety, practicing quality medicine, and working alongside an experienced and collaborative support team.
Why Lava Rock?
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Privately owned and locally operated
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3-4 day work week
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No overnight or on-call shifts
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Variety and challenge of urgent care in a daytime hospital setting
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Experienced and involved technician team
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Collaborative medical environment
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Opportunity to help shape the continued growth of the hospital
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Located in beautiful Southern Utah
What We're Looking For
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DVM or equivalent degree
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Current or eligible Utah veterinary license
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Strong communication and client education skills
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Comfortable managing a variety of medical and urgent cases
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Collaborative and team-focused approach to medicine
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Interest in growing with a privately owned practice
Compensation & Benefits
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$120,000–$140,000 annual salary DOE
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Employee pet care discounts
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Additional benefits discussed during the interview process
Veterinary Technician
About the Role
Our veterinary technicians are actively involved in patient care and work closely with our veterinarian throughout the day.
This is a great role for an experienced technician who enjoys urgent cases, variety, client education, and being part of a collaborative medical team. You'll see a wide range of cases and have opportunities to continue strengthening your technical skills.
Responsibilities
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Assist with scheduled appointments, urgent cases, and walk-ins
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Obtain patient histories and assist with patient triage
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Perform venipuncture and catheter placement
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Assist with diagnostic testing and treatments
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Monitor hospitalized and surgical patients
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Assist with anesthesia and surgical procedures
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Administer medications and treatments as directed
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Provide client education and discharge instructions
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Maintain accurate medical records
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Support patient follow-up and technician rechecks
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Work collaboratively with the veterinarian and hospital team
What We're Looking For
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Previous veterinary technician experience preferred
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CVT credentials are valued but not required
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Strong technical and patient handling skills
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Ability to prioritize and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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Willingness to learn and take initiative
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Availability for rotating weekends
What We Offer
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$16–$22 per hour DOE
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Employee pet care discounts
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Full-time and part-time opportunities
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Hands-on experience with a wide variety of cases
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Opportunities to continue developing technical skills
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Collaborative doctor and technician team
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Opportunity to grow with a privately owned hospital
Veterinary Receptionist / Client Service Representative
About the Role
Our reception team is the first and last point of contact for our clients and plays an important role in keeping the hospital running smoothly.
We're looking for a friendly, dependable, and organized receptionist who enjoys helping people and can remain calm and professional in a fast-paced urgent care environment.
Responsibilities
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Greet clients and patients and provide a welcoming experience
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Answer phones and assist with client questions
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Schedule appointments and manage patient flow
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Check clients in and out and process payments
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Communicate clearly with the medical team
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Assist with client forms, records, and follow-up communication
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Maintain a clean and organized reception area
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Support the team during busy and urgent situations
What We're Looking For
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Strong communication and customer service skills
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Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
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Ability to remain calm and professional during stressful situations
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Strong computer skills and ability to learn new systems
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Veterinary or medical reception experience preferred, but not required
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Availability for rotating weekends
What We Offer
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$16–$18 per hour DOE
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Employee pet care discounts
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Opportunities to learn and grow within the hospital
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Supportive, team-focused work environment