Veterinary Technician - North Buckeye Animal Hospital
About The Position
Lovet is hiring a Veterinary Technician for its growing North Buckeye Animal Hospital. The technician assists the doctor with medical procedures, including surgery, under direct supervision; provides high-quality care to animals; and delivers excellent customer service to clients. The role includes communicating with clients about their pets’ care, maintaining medical records, performing a range of clinical tasks, maintaining medical equipment, and helping clean the hospital. Lovet has 22 small animal, general practice hospitals in the Greater Phoenix Metro area. Its stated core values are collaboration, courage, compassion, and creativity, and the organization emphasizes service to clients, patients, and local communities.
Requirements
- Demonstrate calmness and compassion when interacting with animals, including furry, fuzzy, feathered, and scaly animals.
- Have strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
- Be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Certified veterinary technician.
- Associate degree in veterinary assisting.
Responsibilities
- Deliver excellent customer service to clients and their pets.
- Assist the doctor with surgery-related care under the doctor’s supervision, including pre-anesthetic protocols, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care.
- Communicate verbally and in writing with clients about their pets’ care, answer questions, educate clients about treatments, and obtain consent for treatment plans.
- Manage medical records using practice management software.
- Dispense medication; perform x-rays and blood draws; place catheters; obtain samples; provide treatments; operate diagnostic equipment; administer vaccines; and restrain animals when necessary.
- Set up, break down, clean, and maintain medical equipment.
- Assist with cleaning all areas of the hospital.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedule with four 10-hour shifts.
- Three weeks of paid time off in the first year.
- Seven paid holidays.
- Industry-leading pet care discount.
- Scrub/uniform allowance.
- Health, dental, and vision coverage, and an HSA.
- Paid parental leave.
- Hands-on training and mentorship.
- Personal and professional development and opportunities for growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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