CityVet Harmony - Veterinary Technician - VT
About The Position
CityVet - Harmony is seeking Veterinary Technicians to help deliver excellent patient care and maintain operational productivity. A Veterinary Technician Assistant may also be considered with at least one year of experience. Compensation is based on experience and education. The Veterinary Technician supports veterinarians by handling technical work and administrative details so they can use their time effectively. The role also helps streamline communication between the operating room, front-office staff, and clients. Duties include preparing patients for surgery, administering anesthesia, taking x-rays, collecting and testing samples, monitoring patients after surgery, restraining animals during exams, administering prescribed medications and vaccines, communicating with clients about medical information and care instructions, and assisting 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 and properly restrain animals.
- Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and medication.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist height.
- Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
- Self-motivated and team-oriented.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians with preparing patients for surgery, including administering anesthesia, taking x-rays, and gathering laboratory specimens.
- 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 accurate dosages of prescribed medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and other medications indicated by the veterinarian.
- Obtain medical information from clients and provide instructions for caring for their animals under the veterinarian’s plan of care.
- Help streamline communication between the operating room, front-office staff, and clients.
- Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed.
- Help veterinarians by handling technical work and administrative details to support patient care and operational productivity.
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 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.
- Mental health benefits through the Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
