Veterinary Laboratory Technician

Community Veterinary Partners•Quakertown, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Quakertown Veterinary Clinic is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Veterinary Laboratory Technician to join the in-house laboratory team at our large, multi-specialty, 50+ doctor mixed animal hospital and emergency center and new state of the art Laboratory. The technician will play a vital role in supporting patient care by performing a wide range of diagnostic tests and laboratory procedures for both companion and large animals.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
CVT or student in an accredited Veterinary Technician program. (Required)
Strong problem solving skills and the ability to multi-task
Good time management and attention to detail
Strong customer service skills
Strong written and oral communication and comprehension skills
Relationship building, collaboration and teamwork
Writing, typing, and verbal skills
Flexible work attitude and work habits
Passion towards animal care
Ability to Maintain a professional presence, including communication, appearance, and conduct

Nice To Haves

Previous Lab experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
Provide compassionate care to patients and clients: able to conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks
Blood work including CBCs with differentials, chemistry testing, endocrinology, and serology
Urinalysis including reading sediment
Various forms of fecal testing
Limited microbiology
Processing lab paperwork
Preparing shipments to outside laboratories
Making reagents
Analyzing tests for the DEP water lab
Quality control and Quality assurance work
Regular (weekly and monthly maintenance) on instruments
Stocking lab supplies
Maintain positive, cooperative relationships with other employees
Maintain a professional appearance
Perform other duties as deemed necessary