Veterinary Technician
About The Position
The Veterinary Technician assists veterinarians in providing patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. Duties include helping with initial examinations, restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms, sterilizing tools, and ensuring equipment is in working order. Technical work may include venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration and monitoring, dental prophylaxis, radiography, medication administration, laboratory analysis, and client education. Veterinary Technicians also communicate with clients and update patient files. The role requires regular on-site presence to support patient care, time-sensitive needs, clinical teamwork, and the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. The employer will consider reasonable accommodation requests in accordance with the ADA and applicable laws. Veterinary-experienced applicants who are not credentialed may also apply and may be considered for Senior Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Assistant, or other appropriate roles.
Requirements
- Current state licensure in good standing for Veterinary Technician roles.
- Prior customer service experience.
- Ability to lift 40 lbs.
- Professionalism, dependability, positive communication skills, and ability to multitask in a hands-on environment.
- Excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills; compassionate and caring disposition.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
- Self-starter who can complete daily tasks without constant direction.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends.
- Regular on-site presence is an essential function of the role.
Nice To Haves
- Prior veterinary technician experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians in the care of animals.
- Assist during initial examinations, including restraining animals when necessary.
- Stock examination and surgery rooms with supplies.
- Sterilize tools and ensure equipment is in working order.
- Perform technical procedures such as venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration and monitoring, dental prophylaxis, radiography, medication administration, and laboratory analysis.
- Educate clients about patient care.
- Communicate with clients and update patient files.
Benefits
- Health care plan with medical, dental, and vision options
- 401k match
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Paid parental leave
- Paid maternity leave
- One Work/Life Balance day off
- Short-term and long-term disability options
- Supplemental insurance options
- Discounted veterinary care
- Scrub allowance
- Hands-on and e-training
- Professional growth opportunities
- Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician students
- Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
