Veterinary Technician (day shift) - AZ - Animal Health Institute

Midwestern University • Glendale, AZ

45d • Onsite

About The Position

The Veterinary Technician will be responsible for all of the essential duties related to veterinary care in the Companion Animal Clinic to support faculty teaching of veterinary students at a busy general and specialty practice. This position reports to the Veterinary Technician Supervisor at the Animal Health Institute. Must have the ability to work flexible hours based on clinical support needs.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician in an animal hospital or veterinary clinic setting.
• The position requires strict compliance with all policies and procedures.
• The individual must be able to develop positive rapport effectively.
• This position may require some early morning, evening and occasional Saturday hours.
• Must be capable of working in an animal healthcare environment which typically involves sick and injured animals along with animal products and wastes including feces, urine, blood, vomit, and other body fluids.
• Must be willing and able to handle and/or transport deceased animals and animal parts as well as collect and transfer bio-hazardous waste.
• Must exhibit good customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Must have regular, predictable, in-person attendance.
• Know the range of services the practice provides and the species it serves.
• Be reasonably familiar with breeds and coat colors.
• Follow OSHA standards. Be able to find Safety Data Sheets quickly.
• Know and use standard medical and business abbreviations.
• Use proper medical terminology and spelling when speaking and writing.
• Be familiar with infectious diseases, including their prevention and steps to reduce or eliminate transmission. Know the most common zoonotic diseases (infections from animals to humans).
• The individual must have the ability to learn the StringSoft Veterinary Management system, and have basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or sit for long periods.
• The employee must regularly use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is required to stand and walk.
• Have the physical strength and ability to stand for long periods, and be able to regularly lift pets and objects weighing up to 40 pounds
• No inhibiting allergies to animals, hay, or dust.

Nice To Haves

• CVT certification from the State of Arizona is preferred.
• This position requires working in a team environment with a high focus on customer service with the ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail oriented with the ability to promote a welcoming atmosphere is essential.
• The ability to speak Spanish will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up treatment and procedure areas and restraining animals for procedures and treatments.
• Admit patients to clinic and follow protocols.
• Create accurate hospitalization and treatment estimates.
• Ensure correct charges are completed in EMR daily.
• Assist with anesthesia administration and monitoring.
• Assist with surgical and internal medicine procedures as needed.
• Responsible for radiography, venipuncture, catheter placement and bandage changes.
• Monitor physical and medical conditions of hospitalized patients including pain assessment.
• Administer medications and fluid therapy.
• Assist with dentistry procedures.
• Feed and exercise hospitalized animals as directed.
• Process laundry/linen as needed to assure adequate and neat supply at all times.
• Assist veterinarians in running routine lab samples.
• Recordkeeping - adding appropriate patient notes into electronic medical record.
• Be the patient advocate.
• Assist in instructional support of students in conjunction with the faculty during patient treatments, discussions, and labs.
• Follow protocols in working with patients with infectious diseases.
• Maintain equipment and inventory in assigned department.
• Must treat all employees, students, and clients with a high level of respect and follow customer service guidelines and protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance.
• We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account.
• We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday's, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days.
• We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program.
• Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED