Veterinary Technician at Crystal River Animal Hospital

Crystal River Animal Hospital • Crystal River, FL

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About The Position

Crystal River Animal Hospital provides preventative health care and treatment in an at-home environment, serving pets in Crystal River, Florida, and surrounding areas. The Veterinary Technician assists veterinarians and other technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients about veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures.

The anticipated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no weekends. The role requires patient handling and restraint, support during examinations and surgery, laboratory testing, radiography, medication and anesthesia monitoring, maintenance of equipment and work areas, and clear communication with clients and the practice team.

Requirements

• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment weighing more than 25 pounds with assistance.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Basic math skills and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Nice To Haves

• Previous veterinary experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in veterinary medicine, surgery, and other tasks as needed.
• Assist with outpatient examinations by taking patient histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor their vital signs during surgery.
• Collect blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing; and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs while following proper safety procedures.
• Handle and restrain animals during examinations.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the veterinarian’s discretion.
• Clean and organize examination rooms, treatment areas, and laboratory areas, and restock examination rooms with supplies.
• Help keep public areas clean and clean and maintain medical equipment.
• Interact warmly, courteously, and professionally with clients and compassionately with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members about client discussions, patient plans, and client concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Retirement benefits or accounts.
• Bonus incentive.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Career and professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Referral Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed