Veterinary Technician Bocage Animal Hospital

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.

Responsibilities

• Aid in veterinary medicine and surgery
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs
• Obtain and process blood, stool, and other samples
• Perform in-hospital laboratory testing
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas
• Restock exam rooms with supplies
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members
• Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy, and professionalism in all interactions with clients
• Exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients

Requirements/Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required
• Previous veterinary experience preferred
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
• Knowledge of OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

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

Pay

USD $15.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.