About This Role
This role is for a Veterinary Technician who will be an invaluable member of the hospital team, working directly with veterinarians and supporting medical staff to ensure productive and quality veterinary care at all times.
Responsibilities
- Assist the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed to work safely and effectively
- Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian
- Perform routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian
- Administer anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitor animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted
- Obtain radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques
- Care for and monitor the condition of animals recovering from surgery
- Perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems
- Administer emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures
- Collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination
- Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials
- Provide the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed
- Fill prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers
- Prepare animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters
- Maintain clean examination rooms and treatment areas
- Work collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently
Requirements
- 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
- Eligible for periodic bonus
- Medical, Vision, Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Health Savings Account
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts