What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant position at Highland Pointe Animal Hospital?
About us:
Are you ready to work at a FAMILY-OWNED AND OPERATED NON-CORPORATE animal hospital? Would you like to better the lives of animals in a PLEASANT and ORGANIZED environment? Is working in a NEW AND CLEAN animal hospital appealing to you? Our Highland Pointe team proudly enjoys these features - would YOU like to enjoy these features too?
Highland Pointe Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time veterinary technician or veterinary assistant to join our full-service, AAHA-ACCREDITED practice. We will consider training a pre-veterinary student or a student currently enrolled in a veterinary technician program that demonstrates excellence in learning, teamwork, and client service. We operate as a stand-alone hospital in (North) Flower Mound, Texas! Our hospital location is conveniently located minutes from the DFW airport and I-35 East and West making it a desirable place to live and work!
Unlike human hospitals, animal hospitals are not required to be accredited. Veterinary hospitals are evaluated on approximately 900 standards of veterinary excellence in order to become accredited. In actuality, ONLY 12-15% of veterinary hospitals in the United States and Canada are accredited by AAHA.
Our team at Highland Pointe Animal Hospital enjoys helping dogs and cats. We see wellness cases, sick cases, and emergency cases. We are recognized in the community for our positive work environment and exemplary client service. Our team treats others as they wish to be treated - that includes pets, pet owners, and each other.
Our benefits package includes:
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD health insurance
BEAM Dental and Vision insurances
Paid holidays
Paid time off
$250 ANNUAL scrub allowance
Personal pet discounts
Annual licensing renewal for licensed veterinary technicians
Annual CE allowance to fulfill all required annual CE hours for licensed veterinary technicians
Requirements for the position include but are not limited to:
- Providing hospitality to clients and pets for the entire duration of their visits
- Reviewing patient histories with clients during their visits
- Gathering patient vitals and weights during their visits
- Providing client education regarding preventative medicine
- Reviewing recommended treatment plans with clients during their visits
- Performing approved patient treatments, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis
- Placing intravenous catheters
- Performing blood draws
- Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare tissue/blood samples for outside laboratory testing
- Performing induction of anesthesia, maintenance of anesthesia, and recovery from anesthesia
- Performing dental cleanings
- Performing patient prep (both initial and sterile) for surgery
- Performing digital radiographs (standard survey and dental)
- Reviewing discharge orders with clients
- Cleaning and maintaining the functionality of medical equipment
- Cleaning and maintaining organization of exam rooms, treatment area, surgical suite, and kennel area
All candidates must:
- Possess a solid work history with reliable attendance and punctuality
- Have the ability to work Saturdays
- Live within a commutable distance with reliable transportation
***We will consider training a pre-veterinary student or a student currently enrolled in a veterinary technician program that demonstrates excellence in learning, teamwork, and client service.
Please apply via really.com. Please do not call the hospital regarding applications.
We look forward to hearing from you!
- Dr. Chris Carmichael and Dr. Lauren Carmichael
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- No nights
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Flower Mound, TX (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $250