Veterinary Technician at Silverthorn Animal Clinic
About The Position
The Silverthorn Animal Clinic is a full-service animal hospital that handles emergency and less urgent medical, surgical, and dental issues. Our staff has experience with all types of illnesses and treatments. We aim to create a comfortable, kid-friendly, and calm environment for pets, clients, and our team. We offer specialized care including chiropractic services, holistic services, acupuncture, exotic medicine, reproduction, and stem cell/PRP Prolo Therapy, and ultrasound. Our facility is large, featuring a spacious treatment area, a separate surgical suite, and three wet tables. We pride ourselves on our wonderful atmosphere and team culture. Our team includes one LVT, multiple technicians, assistants, and CSRs, all fully utilized to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Requirements
- Ability to work on weekends as required
- Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
- Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
- Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
- Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
- Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety
Nice To Haves
- Previous veterinary experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Assists the veterinarians and other technicians with patient care and treatment.
- Monitors hospitalized pets.
- Maintains inventory.
- Prepares prescriptions.
- Performs routine in-house laboratory work.
- Educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures.
- Assists with surgical procedures.
- Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
- Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
- Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
- Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
- Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
- Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
- Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
- Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies.
- Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
- Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
- Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
- Any 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
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
