Credentialed Veterinary Technician at Animal Care Hospital

About the role

Practice Animal Care Hospital is looking for a dedicated, licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing team. We are seeking someone who is compassionate, dependable, and detail oriented. The Veterinary Technician performs a critical role in providing high quality care for patients.

Responsibilities

• Aid veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Absorb histories, vital signs, and weights, and provide client education during outpatient exams.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Collect 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.
• Exercise 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.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician in the state of desired employment.
• 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 computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
• Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k and matching)
• Bonus incentive
• Career and professional development
• State licensing fee reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Pay

Pay Range: USD $18.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.