Licensed Veterinary Technician
About The Position
The Veterinary Technician is a vital member of the veterinary team, supporting veterinarians in delivering high standards of veterinary medicine, educating clients, and providing compassionate patient care. The role includes assisting with examinations and treatments, laboratory diagnostics, surgical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, patient records, equipment and supply maintenance, hospital operations, and selected reception duties. The position is performed onsite at a WellHaven hospital or an approved offsite event location; remote work is not available. The hospital environment may include limited space, pet-waste odors, and noise. Schedules may include shifts of 10 or more hours, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays. The role involves regular physical activity and exposure to animals and other veterinary-related hazards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid and maintained veterinary technician certification, registration, or license (CVT, RVT, or LVT, depending on the state).
- At least 1 year of veterinary hospital experience.
- Experience handling and restraining dogs, cats, and exotic animals.
- Experience providing basic animal care, including feeding, bathing, grooming, and monitoring for signs of distress or illness.
- Knowledge of and experience with common veterinary procedures, including surgery, dentistry, radiology, laboratory diagnostics, and anesthesia management.
- Familiarity with veterinary terminology and abbreviations used in patient records and communications.
- Understanding of veterinary medications, including dosage calculations, drug interactions, and administration methods.
- Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, multitask, maintain accuracy despite interruptions, set priorities, and remain calm and resilient in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to take initiative, learn new computer software systems such as EMR and scheduling systems, and demonstrate accountability.
- Ability to maintain certification through continuing education and stay current with advancements in veterinary medicine.
- Strong customer-service focus and communication skills, including the ability to respond empathetically and compassionately in a variety of emotional situations.
- Ability to work onsite and meet the role's physical requirements, including lifting more than 50 pounds and standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing.
- Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity, reach and grasp ability, and visual acuity for using a keyboard, operating equipment, and reading information.
- Ability to work around potential bites or scratches, biological hazards, anesthesia-medication odors, radiation near X-ray equipment, and prescription medications, including controlled substances.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree.
Responsibilities
- Assist with examining, treating, and monitoring animals under veterinarian supervision; administer prescribed medications, vaccines, and treatments; monitor vital signs; collect samples; and perform diagnostic tests.
- Prepare and analyze laboratory samples, operate and maintain laboratory equipment, interpret diagnostic results, and accurately record findings in patient records.
- Prepare surgical suites, instruments, and patients; assist veterinarians during surgery; provide equipment and medications; monitor anesthesia; and provide postoperative care.
- Educate clients about Wellness Plans, animal care, nutrition, medication administration, and disease prevention.
- Maintain thorough and accurate medical charts and meet hospital quality-control standards.
- Maintain hospital equipment and help manage supplies, including inventory tracking and restocking.
- Collaborate with team members to support the hospital's day-to-day flow and operational efficiency, and advocate for the hospital's overall success and performance.
- Perform selected reception duties, including triaging phone calls, scheduling appointments, and facilitating patient intake and discharge.
- Provide professional, efficient, and exceptional customer service; communicate and organize effectively; adapt to clients' needs; and resolve complaints as appropriate.
- Follow OSHA standards and company policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
