What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Veterinary Technician Or Veterinary Assistant position at Gaithersburg Veterinary Clinic?
Small but busy veterinary clinic seeks motivated, energetic individuals who loves working with animals and people. We are seeking staff to fill two full-time positions immediately. Clinic hours are 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday; 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Friday; and 8:00 am - 12:30 pm two Saturdays per month (the clinic is closed on Wednesdays and Sundays). As a full-time employee you will typically be scheduled for 35 - 38 hours a week to cover clinic hours and time for follow-ups and light cleaning after hours. Generous benefits package available for full-time including health insurance, 401k, and paid leave (vacation and sick) after 90 days of employment. We are seeking candidates who would enjoy the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of duties at Gaithersburg Veterinary Clinic - primarily veterinary technician/assistant duties with some coverage of the front desk (reception) and phones. One year of experience as a veterinary technician or assistant is required. We do not board or groom. The veterinary technician/assistant duties are more hands-on than most clinics, so you would be doing much more than just holding and temping the patients. If putting your skills, best efforts, and caring heart and hands to work each day to help animals live their healthiest, happiest lives appeals to you, Gaithersburg Veterinary Clinic is the place to be! If you are a hard-working, self-motivated, responsible, punctual person eager to experience the satisfaction of providing excellent medical care to cherished animal companions including dogs, cats, and pocket pets as part of a dedicated team, please come join us!
Veterinary Technician/Assistant duties include, but are not limited to:
-Providing patient care
-Restraining animals
-Giving medications and injections
-Collecting blood and placing catheters
-Assisting in exam rooms and surgeries
-Performing dental cleaning
-Assisting with x-rays
-Assisting and effectively communicating with clients, doctors, and co-workers
-Assisting with education of clients
-Cleaning
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.50 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 34 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Are you unavailable for any of the hours listed in the job description? If yes, what hours are you unavailable?
- Have you successfully drawn blood on dogs?
- Have you successfully drawn blood on cats?
Experience:
- Veterinary technician/assistant: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Gaithersburg, MD 20878: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22