Experienced Full Time Veterinary Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

The veterinary technician is the veterinarian’s primary medical support. They begin the examination procedure and continue to assist the doctor throughout the examination, diagnosis and treatment phases. They aid the veterinarians in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work and administrative detail. They have a very significant role in communicating with and education clients about their pets.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) desirable but not required.
• Previous On-The-Job Training desirable when not a CVT.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum two years experience as veterinary technician or assistant desired.
• Typing skills required
• Some computer knowledge required.

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 18 years old.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to care for them even when they are stressed, fearful, ill or in pain.
• Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Is well-spoken and approaches his/her job duties in a mature nature.
• Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.
• Has excellent client communication skills.
• Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods of time; frequently works in a bent position.
• Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases. May be in the vicinity of or have access to pharmaceuticals including controlled substances and prescriptions, and has access to licensing numbers including DEA numbers.

• Can provide compassionate care to patients and clients.
• Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
• Can utilize computer systems for accurate and efficient record keeping for each patient.
• Can legibly keep accurate medical records in accordance hospital policy.
• Can politely answer phones, make appointments for clients, and answer client general questions. Has sufficient knowledge to know when to refer questions to a veterinarian.
• Can prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Can perform physical assessments; record observations legibly in files or computer.
• Can recognize signs that an animal is stressed or fearful and feels confident in reporting this to a veterinarian
• Can effectively restrain pets with low stress practices and even when large or fearful/anxious/stressed. Knows and utilizes techniques to decrease fear, anxiety, and stress in dog and cat species.
• Understands all common vaccinations and vaccination protocols and can explain to clients.
• Can assist veterinarians in exam room care and client education including tests needed, parasite controls, and medication use.
• Understands the importance of a clean and orderly facility, does not hesitate to clean or organize as part of a normal job duty.
• Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.
• Gives SQ, IM and IV injections correctly.
• Can handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate.
• Can use travel sheets
• Can make and email estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients supporting hospital financial policies.
• Able to sedate or anesthetize with proper protocols and safety.
• Able to explain any necessary follow up and homecare instructions.
• Understands usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and can readily explain them to the clients.
• Can maintain an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by the inventory control system.
• Can assist the veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids.
• Can properly care for all surgical materials; keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery.
• Can perform emergency procedures such as control of bleeding, resuscitation with oxygen, opening airways, and external cardiac massage.
• Can collect and prepare blood, free catch urine and fecal samples for laboratory testing.
• Can perform clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures; maintains files of lab test results and ensures that testing results are recorded in patient records.
• Can effectively position for and take radiographs.
• Can perform electrocardiograms.
• Can place IV catheters and properly care for them. Understands the use and care of IV pumps as well.
• Knows common disease states and can alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.
• Can prepare a patient and the machine for an ultrasound procedure.
• Can admit patients following hospital policy and doctors written orders.
• Can discharge patients based on the veterinarian’s orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state.
• Can maintain positive, cooperative, relationship with other employees.
• Train team members for their job descriptions or delegate training to appropriate team member.
• Can display tact and repeat with team members even when busy or hectic.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 32 per week

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
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $26