Veterinary Technician Tchefuncte Animal Hospital

About the role

Practice At Tchefuncte Animal Hospital, we offer expert pet care for the pets of our community. Located at 216 Louisiana Hwy 21 in Madisonville, Tchefuncte Animal Hospital is proud to serve a range of areas outside of Madisonville, LA. Our focus on contemporary medicine and other types of care, including dentistry, surgery, boarding, and grooming.

Responsibilities

• Aid veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Absorb histories, vital signs, and weights during outpatient exams and provide client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor their vital signs during surgery.
• Collect blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory tests and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restraint during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies.
• Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Show warmth, courtesy, and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

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.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
• 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

Pay Range: USD $14.00 - USD $15.00 /Hr.