Veterinary Technician III
About the role
Join the team that understands that caring for the pets we love starts with greater care for our veterinary Team Members. This is an opportunity to serve as a Credentialed Veterinary Technician in a practice designed from the ground up by veterinarians, equipped with advanced equipment and purpose-built technology.
Responsibilities
- Serve to support the practice’s team, setting the bar for providing high-level, proficient veterinary medical care and embodying the Chewy mission to work together with your peers and deliver the pet parent WOW experience.
- Implement the outlined policies and procedures, using integrated technology, and delivering consistent and appropriate medical care within the given skills.
- Perform patient care tasks including blood transfusion, oxygen cage, cardiac monitoring, dentistry, wound care, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring (for unstable, high-risk patients), and handling animal bodily fluids and tissues.
- Demonstrate team support and care for others’ work experiences.
- Understand and follow the practice’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Standards of Care (SOC).
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with other Team Members, keeping veterinarians updated in real time on patient updates (in practice, at referral, and under home care).
- Act as a PIMS administrative super-user and assist others on the team in their use of the technology.
- Manage inventory needs and keep controlled substance logs.
- Aid in inventory management and communicate inventory needs to the practice manager.
- Clean workspaces after every patient or patient lab sample interaction.
- Participate in self-development courses and Chewy Vet Care required compliance training.
- May be required to work weekends and may require some travel.
Requirements
- Successful completion of an accredited veterinary technology program and current licensure is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to complete the veterinary technician skills checklist for Veterinary Technician III.
- 5+ years of experience as a Veterinary Technician in practice is preferred.
- Strong ability to connect with clients and demonstrate compassion.
- Excellent verbal / written communication, observational, and analytical skills.
- Thrives in a fast-paced, self-starter environment.
Qualifications
Standing or walking up to 80% per shift. Frequently lift up to 50 to 70 pounds using an optional team lift. Occasionally lift greater than 70+ pounds using a team lift. Stand, push, pull, carry, squat, and kneel.
Skills
Must possess the following skills:
- Ability to handle animal bodily fluids and tissues.
- Knowledge of PIMS technology.
- Experience with inventory management.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Benefits
We offer competitive benefits, scheduling options that fit different lifestyles, and a collaborative work environment where we can reach our full potential!
Pay
Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Full-time position with flexible scheduling options to fit different lifestyles.