What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at Ragged Mountain Animal Hospital?
Want to continue your career in Veterinary Medicine but looking for a truly supportive and fun environment? Come join us at Ragged Mountain Animal Hospital in Plainville, CT.
We are looking for positive, patient and reliable yet. experienced veterinary technicians/veterinary assistants for our small but growing veterinary practice. We have multiple positions available, both full-time and part-time.
Work/life balance is not a catch phrase here. FT hours would involve 3 full (10-11hrs) and one half (5-6) hour shifts weekly. We are not open on weekends. All staff both full and part-time are eligible for PTO, both for vacation and sick time and can participate in our 401K. Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance benefits.
The duties of a veterinary technician include:
- Examining animals and checking vitals in preparation for the Veterinarian
- Taking thorough history
- Taking X-rays of animals
- Administering first aid for emergencies
- Administering medication and treatments
- Drawing blood samples for testing
- Monitoring animals under anesthesia
- Working knowledge of the pharmaceuticals that are prescribed by the Veterinarian
- Good listening skills
- Compassion
- Communication skills
- Physical stamina (able to lift up to 40 lbs)
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- Communicating with clients in a patient and upbeat manner
- Recording communications with clients clearly and appropriately via our practice management software (Impromed Infinity).
- Being a cooperative and active team member.
Preference will go to applicants who have veterinary experience but all are welcome to apply and we will train motivated applicants.
We are a small practice full of individuals who are dedicated to supporting our patients, clients and each other with respect and kindness. We look forward to meeting with you to see if you might be the right fit for our team.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $17.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Plainville, CT 06062: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
- Customer service: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Plainville, CT 06062: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $26