Registered Veterinary Technician at Advanced Pet Care of Sedalia

Advanced Pet Care of Sedalia•Sedalia, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Pet Care of Sedalia is a cutting-edge, full-service, small animal practice providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care. We utilize in-house testing and external laboratories for a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures. Our facility includes 4 exam rooms, an open treatment area, individual DVM workstations, a well-stocked pharmacy, ultrasound, 2 anesthesia machines, a surgical laser, digital radiology, an updated dental unit with digital dental radiographs, Avimark software, a closely supervised hospitalization area, and indoor kennels with outdoor walking areas. The Veterinary Technician assists doctors to improve the quality of patient care and increase efficiency by relieving them of technical work. This role involves assisting in multiple procedures, including physical examinations, dental procedures, surgeries, immunizations, and euthanasia, as well as client education, marketing, and inventory maintenance. A working knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs, common diseases (symptoms, transmission, treatment, prevention), and basic preventative healthcare recommendations is required. This position operates under the direct guidance and supervision of the Veterinary Technician Team Leader and veterinarians.

Requirements

Working knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs, common diseases; their symptoms, means of transmission, treatment and prevention, and other basic preventative health care recommendations.
Knowledge of the procedures used for receiving, treating, and scheduling patients, for ordering medical supplies, and requesting laboratory tests.
Knowledge of the use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments, materials, and equipment.
Knowledge of sterilization techniques to sterilize various instruments and materials.
Knowledge of the instruments, materials, and standardized procedures used in the full variety of treatments to make preparations and provide “table side” assistance.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client and personal services. This includes client needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of client satisfaction.
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.
Critical thinking – Understanding logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented.
Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up on the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.
Regular attendance and timeliness are an essential function in order to fulfill the requirements of this position.
Strong communication and client services skills.
Considerable tact and diplomacy is required.
Ability to work with clients and patients in a professional, friendly, hospitable manner.

Nice To Haves

Knowledgeable regarding related federal and state animal health laws and regulations including OSHA and DEA.

Responsibilities

Obtain and record patient histories.
Collect specimens and perform routine laboratory procedures and tests in hematology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
Dispense and administer medications, vaccines, serums and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
Administer fluids and blood products as prescribed by the veterinarian.
Administer and monitor anesthesia under the direction of a veterinarian.
Provide specialized nursing care for injured or ill animals.
Prepare patients, instruments and equipment for surgery.
Assure that monitoring and support equipment such as anesthetic machines, cardiac monitors, scopes and breathing apparatus are in good working condition.
Assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures using a range of high-tech diagnostic equipment including radiographs.
Take radiographs.
Communicate with and educate owners.
Maintain knowledge of preventative healthcare recommendations in order to answer client questions, provide education on vaccines, flea and heartworm products, and assist in marketing veterinary services from which their pet would benefit, such as a dental cleaning, senior wellness, spay and neuter.
Educate clients on products and medications sold including dietary products and answer questions regarding product purchase/use.
Maintain inventory of pharmaceuticals, equipment and supplies.
Clean, maintain and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials.
Ensure compliance with federal and state animal health laws and regulations including OSHA and DEA.
Inform the veterinary hospital administrator of any regulatory issues.
Work well with all team members and ensure that your actions support the hospital, the doctors, and the practice philosophy.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Receive, handle and treat patients with skill, compassion and care including: monitoring during anesthesia, administering fluids, assisting in diagnosing, surgery and general and specialized nursing care.
Accurately perform laboratory tests.
Accurately dispense and administer medications and vaccines.
Input data into computer software system.
Observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent.
Perform general physical activities that require bending, standing, stooping, moving from room to room, sit talk, and listen; may be required to walk or stand for long periods of time; will use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; will reach with hands and arms.
Frequently lift, carry and handle dogs weighting over 40 lbs.