Veterinary Specialty Services Float Technician/Assistant

About the Role

The Specialty Services Float Assistant or Technician works collaboratively within the Department of Clinical Services and with other services throughout the organization. This person works primarily alongside internal medicine, general medicine, and other specialty services. Responsibilities include providing veterinary support in the examination room with outpatient and inpatient visits, assisting with initial case management of animals admitted to the hospital, and completing scheduled tech appointments. This role requires interacting with all staff members and clients in a positive and dynamic manner and providing technical advice following hospital policies and procedures. The position also involves continuous training of other new staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop proficiency at phlebotomy, urinary catheterization, blood pressure measurement, timed tests including dosing math, intravenous catheter placement, and Point of Care tests
• Demonstrate proficiency in delivering assigned treatments with accuracy and efficiency, including administering subcutaneous fluids or injections, medical dosing of injectable medications, and other treatments as directed by veterinarians
• Perform suture and staple removals and recognize problems or complications with incisions
• Assist veterinarian to obtain complete history, vaccine status, and vital pre-appointment paperwork
• Prepare vaccines if required
• Submit prescriptions accurately as directed by doctor
• Provide exceptional client service based on the individual needs of each client and patient
• Communicate in a professional, friendly, and effective manner with all internal and external customers
• Perform laboratory testing including Point of Care tests such as Alpha TRAK glucose, NOVA laboratory work, hematocrit including both PCV and TP values, and urine dipstick chemistries
• Record all owner's medications accurately in the electronic medical record

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general veterinary specialty clinical tests, procedures, protocols, medical terminology, animal handling, and math skills
• Ability to communicate, orally and in writing, veterinary specific clinical information regarding services for clients and hospital staff
• At least one year of experience working as a veterinary technician/assistant
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Certified Veterinary Technician credential required for technician position

Skills

• Minimum 1 year veterinary assistant experience and/or animal handling experience required
• 1 year client service experience preferred
• Previous animal handling experience

Pay

• Veterinary Assistants: $22–$27/hour
• Certified Veterinary Technicians: $25–$30/hour
• $5,000 Sign-on Bonus for CVTs
• Candidates with additional experience or credentials may be eligible for compensation aligned with their qualifications

Benefits

• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation time
• Employee discounts for pet health care
• Free on-site parking