Veterinary Technician AND/OR Veterinary Assistant

Animal Eye Center is hiring for 2-3 positions - we are looking for positive, professional, energetic and motivated registered veterinary technicians as well as a non-registered veterinary assistants to join our team! We are a busy ophthalmology specialty hospital with three doctors providing exceptional ophthalmic medical care with outstanding customer service.

• Both positions are full-time, with a 4-day work week. $21-$28/hr ($39k - $52k per year)
• Our clinic hours are M-F 7:30 - 5 (No Saturdays).

Essential Position Functions:

• Supporting patient examinations and procedures by assembling required supplies and instruments, taking patient histories and basic diagnostics in exam rooms, and restraining patients for the veterinarian.
• Caring for patients by collecting samples, administering medications, Placing IV catheters, and running anesthesia.
• Filling prescriptions and administering medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintaining a safe, secure and healthy environment by cleaning, wrapping and sterilizing instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas.
• Maintaining medical records by documenting patient conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicating with pet owners about the status and care of the patients, providing client education and discharging patients after examinations and surgeries.
• Answering phones, scheduling appointments and performing other duties as needed by the hospital.

Qualifications:

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with current active license in CO or ability to transfer license to CO.
• Experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized patients.
• Veterinary Assistant should have a combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Competencies:

• Care and Compassion: Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support.
• Team Orientation: Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals.
• Dependability: Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals.
• Initiative: Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities.
• Flexibility and Multi-Tasking: Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication: Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others.
• Customer Services: Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
• Organization and Attention to Detail: Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents.
• Adherence to Rules and Instructions: Consistently follows standard procedures.

Benefits:

• Vacation/Sick Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• 401k Company Match
• Insurance Supplement
• Discounted Services & Lab Work

If a professional atmosphere is what you are searching for, please submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you and possibly having you join our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Employee discount
• License reimbursement
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

License/Certification:

• Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $39,000 - $52,000