Licensed Veterinary Technician - Bell County Animal Clinic

VetEvolve•Middlesboro, KY

14h•$18 - $20

About The Position

The Licensed Veterinary Technician at Bell County Animal Clinic plays a vital role in assisting veterinarians and the medical support team to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. The position performs technical, clinical, and client education duties that support efficiency, a safe and collaborative hospital environment, and a positive client experience. The technician also helps maintain consistent medical standards and operational flow. The role includes providing nursing care to hospitalized patients; preparing, monitoring, and recovering surgical patients; assisting with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures; performing laboratory diagnostics; operating and maintaining diagnostic equipment; and preparing and administering prescribed medications, vaccines, and treatments. It also involves accurate medical records and treatment plans, controlled-substance documentation, client education, and supporting inventory and hospital operations. All duties must be performed in accordance with applicable state practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies. The employee must be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open and able to work a flexible schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Licensed, certified, or registered Veterinary Technician credential.
Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, laboratory procedures, radiology, and dentistry.
Basic computer literacy, including practice management software and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
Professionalism, composure, and sound judgment in emotionally charged or high-stress situations.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Compassion and commitment to exceptional patient care and client service.
Ability to work safely around cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 150 pounds.
Comfort sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.
Ability to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, CRI management, medication administration, feeding tube placement, and ongoing monitoring.
Prepare, monitor, and recover patients undergoing surgical procedures, ensuring safety and comfort throughout care.
Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures, including restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring.
Perform laboratory diagnostics such as urinalysis, hematology, fecal testing, and cytology; document, interpret, and communicate results as appropriate.
Operate and maintain radiology and ultrasound equipment in accordance with safety and regulatory standards.
Prepare and administer prescribed medications, vaccines, and treatments in compliance with DEA, OSHA, and hospital regulations.
Maintain daily controlled drug logs and ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of controlled substances.
Create, review, and accurately enter treatment plans in the medical record system.
Support hospital operations through accurate medical recordkeeping, charge entry, and chart auditing.
Educate clients about preventative care, treatment plans, medications, products, and nutritional recommendations.
Keep treatment and surgical areas clean, organized, stocked, and sterile as appropriate.
Monitor inventory, rotate stock, and assist with ordering medical supplies.
Promote a positive and professional workplace culture through communication, teamwork, and collaboration.
Perform additional duties as assigned based on hospital needs.
Perform duties in accordance with state practice acts, legal requirements, and hospital policies.