Veterinary Technician at Bear Creek Animal Hospital
About The Position
Bear Creek Animal Hospital takes pride in our advanced and evolving knowledge of veterinary medicine. Building ever-lasting relationships with our clients and patients is of the utmost importance. Our veterinary team achieves this by tailoring our veterinary services to fit the needs of each patient and personalizing each experience. Our state of the art facility opened in January of 2024, featuring 6 exams rooms, 2 surgery suites, a separate dental area, ultrasound, surgical cutting laser, and more! Dr. Christen Fielding is a General Practitioner who has been practicing in the St. Louis area since 2010. With over 10 years of experience in veterinary medicine, her knowledge, compassion, and dedication result in providing exceptional care to her patients. She is an experienced surgeon and has many years of emergency and urgent care medicine which allow her to excel in treating a wide range of complex medical cases. This variety in experience also ensures that each of her patients receive the highest quality care in preventative medicine as well as any unexpected illness or injuries that arise. Providing detailed assessments and education to clients ensures that her clients can make the best decisions for each of their unique pets. More about the Role The Veterinary Technician 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, and assists with surgical procedures.
Requirements
- Ability to work on weekends as required
- surgery experience
- 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
- 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
- Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
