What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Technician - Clinic Department - Are you looking to expand your technical skills position at MSPCA-Angell?
Full-time opportunity, 40 hours weekly, in the Angell Clinic.
Angell Animal Medical Center is looking for a Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Technician to join our Clinical Services Department! Within the department, our technicians and assistants are vital to the effective and efficient care of all patients at Angell. If you are looking to strengthen your knowledge and skills across many specialties look no further.
THE POSITION
In this role, our Clinic Veterinary Technician/Assistant perform a variety of clinical tasks including phlebotomy, placement of intravenous catheters, collection of urine samples via catheterization and by ultrasound-guided cystocentesis, preparing and administering injections, and performing point-of-care testing or time sensitive testing such as glucose curves and ACTH stimulations.
Our clinic team also work on the clinic floor performing safe patient restraint, admissions and discharges from the hospital, and client education. In this position you will be trained in, insulin dosing and administration, use of inhalant medications (such as those for asthma), among others.
At Angell, our Clinic Team provides clinical services to all departments within Angell including a close connection to the emergency department. This is a position where you will be able to work with many different doctors and specialty or emergency services. If you enjoy learning new skills, love variety and want to experience many species and different styles of patient care, this is the position for you!
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS
We encourage technicians who love the technical aspects of outpatient care and working with clients to apply to join our growing department. We promote the growth of skills and knowledge within the department through staff mentoring and regular training modules with fear-free training leading to certification.
Must be a Certified Veterinary Technician to be considered for a Technician role. New graduates are encouraged to apply.
At least one year of veterinary technician/assistant experience prefered.
Clear communication is essential to relaying veterinary clinical information to our clients and other hospital staff in a confident, clear manner. Please provide a resume and cover letter with your application.
WHO WE ARE
Angell, founded in 1915, is recognized internationally as a leader in animal medicine and has the reputation as one of the finest veterinary teaching hospitals in North America. Angell serves the greater Boston and scenic New England area as a primary care facility, a 24-hour emergency hospital, and as a tertiary referral center. Our Clinic Services Department is the hub of this busy hospital, you will never be bored with the interesting variety of cases you will see.
OUR BENEFITS
Angell has a variety of learning and development opportunities for candidates who wish to advance their career in veterinary medicine. We have free uniforms, an annual shoe allowance, paid holidays, sick and vacation time, employee discounts for pet health care, pet food and free on-site parking! Blue Cross health insurance, dental, vision and a 403B retirement plan.
If you are looking for a fun, challenging environment where teamwork is a priority, apply to Angell today.
A $5000 Sign on Bonus available for CVTs!
