Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Golden Heart Veterinary Services is currently seeking a Veterinary Technician or Assistant to join our small animal general practice in the heart of Alaska.

About Us:

· We are a 3-doctor, privately owned, 25 year established, small animal practice in the scenic interior of Alaska.

· We prioritize a healthy work/life balance and treat all of our staff like autonomous people that have normal lives outside of the work they do.

· We are a great practice with warm and talented staff and a truly positive atmosphere (we are not like your usual clinic!) that thrives on building each other up.

· A practice that provides advanced diagnostics including digital dental and standard radiology, ultrasound, surgical services, and in-house laboratory.

Benefits (after probationary period) Include:

· PTO : 2 weeks per year.

· Employee discount

· Education Assistance

· Salary: $17 - 22/hr dependent on experience.

Our Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician or Assistant who has a passion for caring for animals, educating clients, and building a strong bond within the veterinary community.

· Proficient with medical terminology and medical record keeping.

· Excellent communication skills and ability to connect with clients and staff.

· An ethical person who possesses good emotional intelligence skills.

· A go-getter with ambition and a drive to learn/teach.

We provide training and competency assessment for all new staff. We encourage personal growth and development for candidates that are committed to our practice, our clients and fellow staff members.

Successful applicants must be able and willing to work any shift (weekdays and Saturdays).

The primary function of the Veterinary Technician/Assistant is assisting the veterinarian in providing medical care and essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

- Perform treatments and administer medications as directed by the veterinarian.

- Perform laboratory tests and radiographs.

- Surgical prep, induction, anesthetic monitoring, and recovery under the direction and supervision of the veterinarians.

- Assist receptionists with triage and incoming patients.

- Communicate with clients/owners about status of patients as directed by the veterinarian.

- Fill prescriptions as needed.

- Participate in all mandatory staff meetings.

- Duties may include but are not limited to checking patients in, collecting deposits and payments, answering client questions in person and on the telephone, helping to keep the clinic clean, doing laundry, cleaning cages, cleaning/sterilizing surgical instruments, etc.

- Must have excellent interpersonal relationship skills in dealing with peers, superiors, customers and Veterinarians.

- Must exhibit professionalism in behavior, appearance, and performance at all times.

Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time

Minimum Experience Requirement: 1 year veterinary experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 28 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Veterinary Medicine: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $22