Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician
About The Position
East Ridge Animal Hospital is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician to provide loving health care to small animal and exotic pets. The hospital utilizes the latest technology for various services including endoscopic exams, vaccines, routine checkups, sick appointments, boarding, digital radiology, in-house diagnostics, dentistry, acupuncture, cold laser therapy, holistic medicine, and routine and advanced surgical care. The hospital is accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association and is a member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners. The hours of operation are Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 5:30pm and Saturday: 8:00am - 1:00pm. Sundays are closed.
Requirements
- A licensed veterinary medical technician
- 1+ year experience preferred but not required
- A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
- Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
- Some Saturday morning shift availability
- Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
- Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
- Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
- Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
- Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
- Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
- Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
- Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
- A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset
- Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency
- Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises.
- May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Nice To Haves
- Positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
Responsibilities
- Animal restraint
- Triage of 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
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!
- Personal Pet Discounts
- Holiday Pay
- Uniform Allowance
- Bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
