Veterinary Technician Lead

Job description

Asheville Veterinary Associate is a multi- practice located on the South and West side of Asheville, we are a full-service animal hospital providing veterinary care to dogs and cats. We leverage and schedule our technical team to support our DVMs and schedule 2 technical teammates per DVM. As a DVM team we are collaborative and support each other in cases and continuing to learn new skills.
We are currently open 5 days a week for general practice care needs for our community. Here at Asheville Veterinary Associates our goal is to provide the highest quality of medical care for our clients and patients by listening to their needs, and by giving exceptional client services in a professional and compassionate manner.

We grow the bond between humans and animals by teaching our clients how to better care for their pets, thus enabling them to live longer, healthier lives. If you are a passionate and caring team player, please apply today!

We are seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team and help ensure we are providing those great experiences. We offer CE allowance, and Learning & Development programs to help you meet your career goals. Whether you are just now starting your journey as a Veterinary Technician or are looking to make a change, Asheville Veterinary Associates provides you with the resources you need to have a rewarding, enjoyable, and balanced career.

Position Skills:

• Patient examinations, auscultation of heart and lung sounds, determine normal/abnormal TPRs and QATS
• Professional client communication and education obtaining medical histories and symptoms
• Laboratory procedures including but not limited to: hematology, cytology, urinalysis, microbiology, blood chemistry, and fecals
• Diagnostic imaging and implementing safety protocols of fellow staff members
• Surgical assisting; preparing and maintaining the surgical environment in order to ensure an asepsis environment for both patient and personal safety.
• Anesthesia monitoring and endotracheal intubation
• Nursing skills including: restraining patients, administering medications PO/IV/SUBQ/IM, applying and maintaining bandages, providing high quality physical and psychological needs of the patient during any hospitalization stay or visit
• Proficient in dental prophylaxis
• Pharmacy and pharmacology knowledge including: preparing and dispensing medications, calculating dosages, recognizing adverse reactions, knowledge of regulations regarding the safe handling of biohazardous materials

Responsibilities / Qualifications: Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT). Will consider candidate with 5 years of experience. Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 23$ upper limits will be discussed at time of interview

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Asheville, NC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person