CityVet Melissa Veterinary Technician - VT
About The Position
CityVet - Melissa is seeking Veterinary Technicians to join its team. 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 helps maintain excellent patient care and operational productivity by enabling the Veterinarian to focus time and effort on clients and patients. The role takes on technical work and administrative details to improve daily practice efficiency, and helps streamline communication among the operating room, front office staff, and clients.
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.
- Ability to properly and safely 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 by preparing patients for surgery, administering anesthesia, taking x-rays, and gathering lab specimens.
- Monitor patients after surgery 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 as indicated by the DVM, using accurate dosages.
- Obtain medical information from clients and explain how to care for their animals under the veterinarian’s plan of care.
- Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed.
- Help facilitate communication between the operating room, front office staff, and clients.
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.
- Mental health benefits through an 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
