Veterinary Technician or Assistant
About The Position
At Wendell Animal Hospital, our team and the animals we look after are our top priorities. Choosing a career at our veterinary hospital provides a gratifying and enriching experience for those who have a deep love for animals and wish to positively impact the lives of pets and their families. As a member of the Wendell Vet team, you will gain exposure to various animals and encounter diverse conditions, enhancing your expertise in animal care. You will play a crucial role in promoting the well-being of the animals in your community, collaborating with a dedicated team who shares your enthusiasm. This position offers ample opportunities for professional growth and development.
Requirements
- Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, and unpleasant odors.
- Ability to always communicate professionally and effectively and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.
- Ability to provide high quality customer service.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively with computers and electronics.
- Ability to lift patients up to 40lbs throughout the workday with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to frequently lift, walk, bend, twist, reach, push and squat
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of veterinary experience as an assistant or technician preferred.
Responsibilities
- Client communication
- Triaging patients including basic injury/illness assessment, gathering patient information, and taking vital signs.
- Performing diagnostic testing including radiographs and lab work
- Assisting with surgical procedures and patient monitoring
- Assisting in taking radiographs
- Giving IV & IM injections
- Dispensing controlled drugs
- Placing IV catheters and maintaining feeding tubes and urinary catheters
- Monitor Surgical procedures.
- Lab Diagnostics
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Tuition assistance
- A choice between two medical plans with prescription drug benefits
- Dental and vision coverage available
- 401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vesting
- Life insurance for yourself, spouse and eligible dependents available
- Paid time off / holidays
- Health Savings Account available
- Short term disability available
- Supplemental critical illness and accident plans available
- Uniform allowance
- Continuing education allowance for credentialed technicians
- Employee assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
