CityVet Phillips Creek Veterinary Technician - VT
About The Position
CityVet is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support patient care and clinic operations. The role helps veterinarians use their time effectively by handling technical work and administrative details, and it facilitates communication between the operating room, front office staff, and clients. A Veterinary Technician Assistant may also be considered with at least one year of experience. Compensation is based on experience and education. The position includes preparing patients for surgery, assisting with anesthesia and X-rays, collecting and testing samples, monitoring patients after surgery, restraining animals during exams, administering prescribed medications and vaccines, and communicating with clients about medical information and care instructions. The technician may also assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
- At least one year of veterinary industry experience.
- Understanding of and ability to safely restrain animals.
- Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and medication.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist height.
- Ability to frequently stand, bend, walk, lift, carry, and reach.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
- Self-motivated and team-oriented.
Responsibilities
- Help veterinarians with patient care and clinic operations, including preparing patients for surgery and gathering lab specimens.
- Administer anesthesia and take X-rays as part of surgical preparation.
- Monitor patients post-operatively and restrain animals during examinations.
- Collect stool, blood, and other samples for testing.
- Test collected samples and help interpret results.
- Administer prescribed medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and other medications indicated by the veterinarian.
- Obtain medical information from clients and provide instructions for caring for animals under the veterinarian’s plan of care.
- Facilitate communication between the operating room, front office staff, and clients.
- Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 4% employer match.
- Health Savings Account option.
- Growth opportunities.
- Paid time off and floating holidays.
- Flexible schedules.
- Paid parental leave.
- Health, dental (including an adult orthodontia option), vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Personal pet-care program.
- Employee discount program.
- Free telemedicine for full-time team members and their families.
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
