What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant/Technician position at Countryside Veterinary Hospital?
Countryside Veterinary Hospital is looking for a reliable, full-time Veterinary Technician with experience in anesthesia and assisting in surgeries, to join our team. Starting pay is $15.00 depending on experience. Our veterinary technicians work 4 days a week. Basic responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Operating medical equipment such as oxygen machines, anesthesia machines, ultrasound and x-ray equipment, autoclaves, etc.
- Administering fluids
- Drawing and preparing blood, urine, and fecal samples for lab work
- Animal restraint
- Assisting the Veterinarians in surgical and dental procedures
- Sterilizing surgical equipment/using an autoclave
- Standard cleaning duties in exam rooms and treatment areas
- Assisting the Veterinarians in exam rooms, taking vitals, starting the patient's medical record, nail trim, etc.
- Filling prescription medications
- Answering phones and checking clients in and out when needed
- Discharging surgery patients
Applicants MUST have previous Veterinary Technician experience. Candidates without a minimum of 1 year working experience will not be considered, job shadows and internships are not included in our definition of working experience.
Our ideal candidate is ambitious, personable, attentive to detail, and a team player. Salary is based on experience and licensing
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 39 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15