Our practice is excited to add another Registered Veterinary Technician to our team! We promote a happy work environment by treating each employee like family. We like to have fun at work while providing quality patient care and a positive influence in our community! We are a very warm and welcoming group who works well together! Come join our team and not only will you gain fulfilling employment, but you'll also gain a family!

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years' experience working as a Veterinary Technician, is licensed in the state of Georgia, is able to place IV catheters, intubate patients for surgery and is comfortable with client education and communication.

Pay range: $16 - $20 depending on experience

Hours of operation: 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday-Friday and 8:00am-12:00pm Saturday , closed the last Saturday of each month

Anticipated work schedule (subject to change): 8:00am-4:00pm with a 1 hour lunch break Monday-Friday

We are proud to offer our full-time teammates comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with match
• Pet care discounts (free boarding!)

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals 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.
• Demonstrate 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.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician in state of desired employment
• 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 computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
• Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Augusta, GA 30909 (Required)

Work Location: In person