Veterinary Technician – Emergency

Role Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Absorb surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Requirements

• 3 years of Veterinary Assistant or Registered Technician experience
• Desire to offer superior patient care
• Positive work attitude
• Flexible schedule

Benefits

• Paid time off including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more 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
• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete

Pay and Schedule

• Non Credentialed Assistants: $21/hr - $36/hr
• Licensed Technicians: $26/hr - $42/hr
• VTS: $43/hr - $45/hr
• Shift differentials: Weekend shift - $2/hr, Swing shift - $2/hr, Overnight shift - $3/hr