Veterinary Technician

Description

Animal Care Center is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join their growing team! A $1,500 sign-on bonus is available.

Role Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Aid in maximizing productivity and maintaining positive patient flow by assisting veterinarians and the medical team.
• Participate in surgeries and procedures in accordance with state regulations for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Maintain relevant, comprehensive medical records using practice systems.
• Collect and record relevant health history and information from clients and update medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, adhere to standard protocols, and maintain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Veterinary technician licensure preferred, but not required.
• 2-3 years of clinical experience.
• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Skills

• Access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs.
• Continuing education courses through ThriveULive.
• Virtual interactive workshops to develop leadership skills.
• Program to teach the fundamentals of running a pet hospital.
• AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and certification as a Vet Tech through a fully accredited distance learning program.
• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

Growth Opportunities

• Grow your career as best fits you through access to various learning and skillset programs.

Benefits

• Paid time off including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement, and time off for new pet adoptions.
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account.
• Discounts on products and services for pets and children at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations.
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets.
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
• 401k with employer contribution.
• Free CE courses and paid time off to complete.
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program.