Veterinary Technician - Credentialed

Job Responsibilities

• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.
• Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals’ responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Affords emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Consistently and properly performs venipuncture, placement of IV catheters, admister injections (IV, IM, & subq).
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.
• Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
• Presents animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently.
• Client education
• Proper medical record keeping
• Answering phones occasionally, scheduling appointments, following up with clients, etc.

Skills And Basic Qualifications

• Certification as a Veterinary Technician
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively handle and control aggressive animals.
• Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in a veterinary clinic environment, including the use of euthanasia.
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.
• Must have active listening, critical thinking, complex problem-solving, time management, judgment and decision-making skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO
• Generous Pet Discount
• 401k with company match
• Scrub allowance
• CE Allowance

Salary and Other Information

Salary is negotiable, competitive to market, and dependent on experience. Avimark experience is a plus!

Minimum 1 year experience as an RVT, CVT, or LVT is required.