Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health•Byron Township, MI

37d•$18

About The Position

We are looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our NEW Internal Medicine department in Byron Center!. Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Byron Center, MI is a growing 24-hour Emergency & Specialty hospital offering a fast-paced work and rewarding environment. Our new, state of the art, Emergency & Specialty hospital provides 10,000 square feet to allow for 24-hour Emergency & Critical Care to our community. Our hospital is located close to Tanger Outlet Mall. Byron Center is also home to unique independent stores, many comfort-food restaurants and abundant recreation opportunities. Byron Center is easily accessible from two major expressways and is just 15 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids. The Internal Medicine Licensed Veterinary Technician provides patient care for a wide variety of illnesses and diseases under the direction of the Internist. This is a dynamic role that consists of Technician appointments, assisting the DVM with their appointments, assisting with procedures, running anesthesia and a high volume of client communications. This is an exciting opportunity for you to help start a new department in our established facility. We are looking for candidates available to work (4) 10 hours shifts per week from 7:30AM- 5:30PM, Monday through Thursday with flexibility to work Fridays as needed. Pay starts at $18.hr and may be higher depending on experience. Benefits of Working at Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital – Byron Center: ·We work hard to support a learning environment where everyone is encouraged to ask questions and learn from co-workers and doctors ·Variety of cases – ensuring no two days are the same ·We utilize state-of-the-art technological equipment and provide the latest and most optimal animal healthcare treatment services ·We foster an environment where our technicians are utilized to their fullest ability and encouraged to continue their professional development ·We provide mentorship & career growth opportunities

Requirements

Previous Veterinary experience required
Licensed Veterinary Technician is required
Ability to Triage and Assess patients, and respond accordingly
Ability to critically think and maintain a calm demeanor in stressful situations
Passion for providing exceptional patient care and being a patient advocate
Excellent communication skills
Dependable, Knowledgeable, Experienced, Detail Oriented
Kind, hardworking, humble TEAM player
Flexibility to work the posted schedule, including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

Facilities the department schedule: consults, rechecks, Technician appointments and procedures.
Documents medical information in the hospital’s HMS
Prepares exam and procedure rooms for each visit, anticipating needs of the DVM.
Obtain patients current body weight, reason for visit and brief history. Obtain other vitals and lab work as needed.
Perform and assist with all aspects of animal restraint for exams and procedures.
Collects and processes all bloodwork, administers medications, and assists with procedures and endoscopy per the doctor’s orders.
Under the direction of the Internist and/or Anesthesiologist, runs anesthesia during procedures as needed.
Prepare estimates and collect payment as needed.
Answers a high volume of client phone calls and emails in real time. Before the end of each day, process all communications that are pending.
Other duties as needed.