What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant/Technician position at Foxtail Pines Veterinary Hospital?
Job description
Foxtail Pines Veterinary Hospital in Erie, Colorado is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our team! We are a small animal general practice offering wellness and comprehensive care, dental cleanings and extractions as well as soft tissue surgeries.
We are looking for a self-motivated, team player to join our growing practice. Our office hours are 8 am to 5:30 pm Monday-Friday and 8 am to 12pm on Saturday.
Full-time schedule includes 4 shifts a week, 8am - 6:00pm in addition to two Saturday's a month from 8am - 12:30pm.
Experience handling animals (preferably canine and feline), medical terminology, basic knowledge of vaccine schedule and location of vaccines, comfortable performing blood draws (either cephalic or jugular), placing IV catheters, and client education of treatment is required. We will provide extensive hands-on training for 2-3 weeks prior to being expected to perform job duties solo.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.50 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $26