Veterinary Technician with experience

JOIN THE MERIDIAN VETERINARY TEAM!

Do you enjoy helping people and advocating for pets?

Are you interested in being part of a team who values people as well as the pets they own?

Are you an experienced technician looking for a position where you are appreciated, recognized and able to grow?

Are you detail oriented and committed to great patient care through protocols and checklists?

Are you looking for a good work-life balance, where you can be free to have a life but to grow and succeed in your job?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, we have an opportunity for you!

We are looking for experienced Veterinary Technicians who want to help pets live their best lives and owners who love them. So, if you enjoy helping people and advocating for pets, if you are interested in being a part of a team that values people and will do quality work together, then you may be the perfect fit for our team!

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

1. We are a privately owned practice that invests in team member’s growth and so they can thrive to provide the best possible medicine for our clients and patients.

2. We deliver a variety of services to meet the needs of our clients and patients, and provide diversity in job duties for team members.

3. Our values drive how we treat each other and the decisions we make for our business and team members. We care about each other and we care deeply about our clients and patients.

4. We continue to focus on growth and culture to provide the best environment possible for everyone. We are looking for someone who will fit our culture and values, work hard with positive work ethic, be kind and compassionate towards everyone, and help our Hospital to grow and be a safe place for all.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

You must have 2 years of veterinary technician experience (license preferred not required). You must be able to lift 40 pounds and be able to keep up with our active schedule. You should be comfortable restraining both dogs and cats.

You are a detailed orientated person, who loves procedures as well as accurate logs and patient records.

You will ensure all pets are cared for and safely under control, they are prepared and ready for any exam and/or procedure so that all appointments are on time.

Clear empathetic communication is important to you, clients and fellow employees feel confident when they receive instructions or education from you.

Lastly, you will fit in with our wonderful team and uphold our values.

ABOUT US:

Established in 1949, we are the longest standing veterinary hospital in Meridian where we began with dairy farms in the area. We have since transitioned from the rural lifestyle to urban life with companion animals. We are a busy small animal hospital that is run by a team of 21 members that includes four doctors, two full time and two part time. Our doctors come with a wealth of knowledge and experience each having at least 25 years of experience. We provide comprehensive medical care to our patients, everything from routine vaccinations to orthopedic surgery, to dental and soft tissue surgery. We are open Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm, and operate a vaccination clinic on the third Saturday of the month. We are closed on Sundays and major holidays.

Our overall goal is to build bonds and relationships with our clients, their pets and our fellow teammates. We are continually working to build each other up by being grateful for each other, growing with both ourselves and each other and extending grace for both ourselves and each other.

We are continually looking for opportunities to grow and improve our hospital to meet the needs of our clients and their pets. This includes future opportunities for meaningful work and growth not only for you but for the betterment of the whole.

Hopefully the message we are getting across is that we want someone who will fit well with our culture, be open and willing to grow and learn, and focus on the relationships with clients, pets, and fellow teammates.

ABOUT YOU:

If you will follow procedures and protocols, are hardworking, have integrity, are experienced and compassionate we want to talk to you!

We are looking for someone who is willing to learn and grow, be part of a comprehensive team, enjoy interacting with people, love working with animals, value work ethic, be honest, kind and compassionate. We need you to follow policies and procedures according to the way we run our hospital and to give honest and genuine feedback with the goal of improving the hospital and culture. We hold each other and our values in high regard and are looking for someone to join the culture and improve

JOB DUTIES:

Technicians play a vital role in the high-quality care of our patients and clients and must be proficient in the skills required for the below job duties. For this position you will use your knowledge and skills in veterinary medicine in various ways including but not limited to:

• Assisting our amazing veterinarians in individual diagnostic and treatment plans for our patients
• Monitoring anesthesia and assisting with anesthetic protocols and recovery care for surgery and hospitalized patients
• Performing dental procedures, including digital dental x-rays
• Digital radiography
• Drug and fluid calculations
• Collecting samples and perform lab work for in-house and outside labs
• Use venipuncture and catheter placement skills
• Communicate with and educate our pet owners, both by phone and in person
• Oversee and maintain medical records with accuracy and attention to detail
• Animal handling and restraint
• Team collaboration

More specific and detailed information will be given after your cover letter and resume are received. A background is required for this position.

BENEFITS:

* Our work schedule is 30-40 hours per week for full-time, 3-4 days per week with 10 hour shifts, rotating Saturday hours

* Employee discount

* Health, dental, vision insurance

* Retirement plan available with matching contribution

* Paid time off (PTO)

* Competitive wages—based on experience and skills set

WHAT NEXT?

Please get in touch with us if you would like to pursue an opportunity for growth in our Hospital! Send a resume AND cover letter explaining why you will be a great fit for our team and our technician role to:

management@meridianvethospital.com

We will respond with our application and follow up communication. As we are looking for someone with good attention to detail, any applications that don’t follow these instructions will be automatically rejected.

Thank you for your interest in our Hospital!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $20