What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician North Avenue Animal Hospital position at North Avenue Animal Hospital?

Practice

North Avenue Animal Hospital provides a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through both in-house testing and the use of external laboratories. Our facility includes a well stocked pharmacy, in-hospital surgery suite, and a closely supervised hospitalization area. We utilize the latest technology, including anesthesia monitoring, digital x-ray, ultrasound, and electronic medical records. In addition, we work very closely with many local, specialized practices when such referrals are required.

Since 1999 our hospital has voluntarily achieved the high standards of The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), qualifying us as an accredited member of AAHA. These standards pertain to facilities, equipment, practice methods, and management. Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine, and we are dedicated to becoming your partner in your pet's health care, treating your pet as we would our own.

Position Purpose

The Veterinary Technician assists the veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures.

Hours of Operation : Mon - Thurs : 9 : 00am-7 : 00pm, Friday : 9 : 00am-6 : 00pm, & Saturday : 9 : 00am-2 : 00pm

Pay Range : $19-$22 DOE

Competencies

Patience & Compassion : Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
Collaboration & Teamwork : Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other's ideas.
Communicating : Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
Active Listening : Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
Organization Skills : Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
Client Satisfaction : Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.

Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.

Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.

Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.

Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.

Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.

Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.

Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.

Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.

Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.

Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

Ability to work on weekends as required

Previous veterinary experience preferred

Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance

Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE

Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages

Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.

Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Benefits Offered

Paid time off

Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance

Retirement benefits or accounts

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.

Pay Range

USD $19.00 - USD $22.00 / Hr.

Salary : $19 - $22

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