Veterinary Technician / Assistant (Radiology)

PetVet Care Centers • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Veterinary Technician / Assistant supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Good communication or people skills.
• Basic knowledge of veterinary medicine.
• Good technical skills.
• Ability to lift patients on and off ultrasound table on a daily basis.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or the Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of pets receiving surgery.
• Ability to demonstrate and follow correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, emergency medicine, and digital radiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Assist during surgery and operations, providing nursing care.
• Assist with feeding and caring for patients.
• Maintain medical supplies and equipment.
• Oversee triage and discharging patients.
• Maintain patient medical records.
• Conduct examinations and interviews, review care plans and records, complete laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Take vital signs, collect samples, administer medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandage and wrap wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments.
• Fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed.

Benefits

• Culture of Care for pets and team members.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• Support from a strong professional community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED