What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at Eustis Veterinary Hospital?
Local Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Technician with a minimum of 1 year experience or a Certified Veterinary Technician. The position is full time. Possible Job share available. We are a small practice looking for individual with a positive attitude. Reliable transportation daily. Vet Tech, the pay rate is based off of your knowledge and experience. CVT higher pay is available. Please do not stop in with a resume or call the office. Place all resumes through really only. Thank you.
Experience is a must in the following areas:
- Maintaining medical records
- Taking Patient history
- Collecting specimens
- Lab work
- Performing laboratory tests, In-house BW, HWT, fecal tests, (Antech Diagnostics). Interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests and communicating and recording results.
- Drawing blood
- Surgical Assistance
- Preparing animals for surgery which may include IV catheter placement, administering pre anesthetic medication, induction, intubation and anesthesia, monitoring during surgical procedures.
- Monitoring of patients
- Performing Dental cleaning procedures
- Taking Digital X-rays and other diagnostic tests
- Specialized care given to critically ill or injured pets
- Pharmacy duties (filling medications)
- Going over medications with clients
- Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year experience
- High School Diploma
- Enthusiastic and positive attitude
- Able to work without supervision
- Rotating Saturdays
- Team Player
- Able to work in a fast paced work environment under pressure
- Be on time daily and abide by the attendance policy
- Reliable transportation
- Skills:
- AVImark
- Ability to balance time management
- Handle challenging clients
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person