Licensed Veterinary Technician

AmeriVet•Kenai, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kenai Veterinary Hospital, the oldest veterinary practice on the Kenai Peninsula, is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team in Kenai, Alaska. This busy three-doctor hospital offers a comprehensive range of veterinary services, including wellness, diagnostics, surgical, and dental treatments. The hospital has a loyal clientele and utilizes its associates to their highest skill levels. In collaboration with surrounding practices, they also provide after-hours emergency services to the community. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Requirements

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) in Alaska, or eligible to transfer/acquire state license within 3 months of hire.
3+ years of veterinary clinical experience, as a veterinary technician or assistant.
Knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
Ability to be adaptable and work well with existing doctors and team members.
Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare.
Understands the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills.
Dental procedure experience, scaling, polishing, digital radiology.
Skilled in IV Catheter placement, urinary catheter placement, applying casts, bandages and splints.
Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care.
Laboratory skills including cytology set-up and interpretation.
Diagnostic experience including digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis.

Nice To Haves

Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.
Experience with Avimark veterinary software preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform nursing care in a hospital setting.
Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical procedures, including intubation, monitoring, and pre-operative/post-operative care.
Perform dental procedures, including scaling, polishing, and digital radiology.
Place IV catheters and urinary catheters.
Apply casts, bandages, and splints.
Conduct laboratory procedures, including cytology set-up and interpretation.
Perform diagnostic procedures, including digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis.
Handle and restrain animals properly.
Participate in on-call services for the region.
Mentor and train other associates in high-quality medicine standards.