What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Veterinary Technician or Assistant position at Forest Hills Veterinary Hospital?
We are looking for a Registered Technician with current license but would consider a highly skilled assistant as well.
Position is full time, 4 days a week and half day on Saturdays.
Assist doctors in exam rooms, restrain pets, run lab work, hospital care for patients, assist in surgery, client education, perform dental care.
Registered vet tech or skilled assistant
FOREST HILLS VETERINARY HOSPITAL: Looking to add an Registered vet tech or skilled assistant to a privately owned, 3 doctor, well established small animal practice. Our family owned practice was established 21 years ago but has recently moved into a beautiful newly constructed 4,000 SF facility, with a well-established clientele, and dedicated/motivated/ long standing staff.
Position is full time and candidate should demonstrate strong client communication skills. Ideal candidate will have 1 or more years’ experience, but willing to mentor an exceptional new grad as well. We provide a supportive work environment for our team where work-life balance is valued.
Our newly constructed facility offers 5 large exam rooms, an expansive treatment room complete with 4 exam tables and many windows allowing much natural light and cheery atmosphere , separate feline ward, separate isolation ward, double surgery suite, glass enclosed doctors' office with full view of treatment room. Advanced medical equipment includes: Digital record software system, Digital X-ray, dental x-ray, in-house Abaxis CBC/chemistry machines, laser therapy unit, IV pumps, full anesthesia monitoring equipment.
Our staff includes 3 Veterinarians, a registered veterinary technician, 3 highly trained assistants (EACH with over 15 years experience), and several highly motivated pre-vet students. We are very proud of the fact that nearly half our staff has been with us for over 15 years, which attests to our work environment and our strong commitment to our staff.
Open 8:30 - 6:00 Monday-Fridays, 8:30 till noon on Saturdays and closed Sundays and major holidays; local emergency hospital takes all after-hours calls.
Wilmington is a wonderful pet-friendly, coastal community with many public beaches and water activities, a historical river front downtown with restaurants and many local breweries, beautiful golf courses, University of North Carolina Wilmington, local airport, shopping, theater, and only 2 hours to Raleigh, and 1 hour to Myrtle Beach.
Looking for a team player who enjoys their job, likes to work hard and have fun too. Seeking a candidate with a positive attitude, attention to detail, and a comfortable nature with clients. Willingness to learn and grow, with a commitment to high quality care. We have a highly motivated staff which supports each other every step of the way and works efficiently as a cohesive team. We promote a team based approach and a professional work ethic. We value work life balance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $28