Credentialed Veterinary Technician at Rock Island Animal Hospital

Rock Island Animal Hospital•Rock Island, IL

15h•$21 - $25

About The Position

Practice Rock Island Animal Hospital is an AAHA–Accredited practice and w e go the extra mile to ensure our clients' pets experience a stress–free appointment and feel safe and comfortable while in our care. We welcome walk-ins and emergency care visits and specialize in care for cats and dogs. We proudly serve the pets of Rock Island, IL, and the surrounding areas, including Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline, East Moline, and Milan. More about the Role The Credentialed Veterinary Technician performs a critical role in providing high quality care for patients. Credentialed Technicians are key partners to the veterinarians, providing the appropriate support to ensure each client interaction and procedure is seamless and successful. Credentialed Technicians apply their professional skills in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, laboratory testing, patient nursing, and client education. Monday - Friday 8:00am -6:00pm Saturday - Sunday: Closed Please note: shifts will range from 7:00am - 7:00pm Pay range: $21 - $25 Competencies Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care. Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas. Communicating : Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care. Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up on the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback. Organization Skills : Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients. Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Requirements

State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician in state of desired employment
2+ years of experience required
Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages
Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies.
Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
Any other duties as assigned.