Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Arlington Animal Clinic is a privately owned, 2-doctor veterinary clinic equipped with an in-house lab, digital radiographs (including dental x-ray), and ultrasound. The clinic performs surgeries, dentals, routine care, and urgent care appointments. We are seeking a hard-working candidate with 2 or more years of Veterinary Technician experience. This candidate would have a basic knowledge of vaccine protocols, be skilled in phlebotomy, anesthesia, X-rays, dentals, and surgical procedures, be computer literate, and be able to type. The candidate should have excellent time-management skills, be self-motivated, and possess a positive attitude. We offer health benefits, dental/vision, life insurance, short/long term disability, paid time off, discounted veterinary care, and paid Continuing Education to full-time employees after the 90-day probationary period.
Requirements
- 2 or more years of Veterinary Technician experience
- Basic knowledge of vaccine protocols
- Skilled in phlebotomy
- Skilled in anesthesia
- Skilled in X-rays
- Skilled in dentals
- Skilled in surgical procedures
- Computer literate
- Able to type
- Excellent time-management skills
- Self-motivated
- Positive attitude
- Familiar with Avimark Software
- Familiar with vaccine protocols for cats and dogs
- Familiar with Heartworm/Flea preventions
- Able to obtain a patient history
- Able to perform low stress animal restraint
- Proficient in phlebotomy
- Proficient in IV catheter placement
- Proficient in endotracheal intubation
- Experience with digital radiographs
- Experience with Dentals and Dental radiographs
- Anesthesia monitoring knowledge
- Knowledge of in-house laboratory testing (Idexx): hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, snap tests
- Knowledge of cytology (ear, skin) and fecal flotation and direct smear
- Reception or phone scheduling experience using Veterinary Software
- Possess strong communication skills
- Good judgment
- Able to manage fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well in a small team
- Ability to work independently when needed
Nice To Haves
- CVT preferred
- Bilingual preferred (Spanish)
Responsibilities
- Professional client communication
- Detailed and accurate record-keeping
- Laboratory procedures including but not limited to: hematology, urinalysis, blood chemistry, cytology (skin, ears), and fecal flotation
- Diagnostic imaging
- Surgical assisting; preparing and maintaining the surgical environment
- Anesthesia monitoring and endotracheal intubation
- Nursing skills including: restraining patients, administering medications, providing high quality physical and psychological needs of the patient during any visit
- Dental prophylaxis and radiographs
- Pharmacy and pharmacology knowledge including: preparing and dispensing medications
- Patient check in, vitals, exam assistance and discharge of patients
- Help with day-to-day hospital flow and efficiency
- Responsible for some reception duties such as triaging phone calls, making appointments, intake and discharging patients
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental/Vision Insurance
- Term Life Insurance + Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- Paid time off
- Discounted veterinary care
- Paid continuing education
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
