Certified Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Animal Urgent Care of Bentonville is seeking adaptable, team-oriented professionals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about providing high-quality care. We fill the important space between general practice and emergency medicine, providing prompt care for pets with urgent but non-life-threatening conditions. Our hospital is equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house diagnostics, and triage capabilities. We are looking for individuals who enjoy seeing a wide variety of cases each day and are confident shifting gears at a moment’s notice. If you’re looking to be part of a collaborative, energetic, and growing practice where you can make a real impact every shift, we’d love to meet you!
Requirements
- A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required
- 2+ years professional experience preferred
- Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
- Availability to work weekends and some holidays
- Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
- Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
- Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
- Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture
- Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
- Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards
- The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.
Responsibilities
- Pet restraint
- Triage incoming patients
- Collection and analysis of lab samples
- Diagnostic imaging
- Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability
- Administration of medications
- Effective communication of treatment plans with clients
- Surgical preparation and assistance
- Anesthetic management
- Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises
- May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases
Benefits
- 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.)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
