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Veterinary Technician
Salem, Connecticut
Description
Position at Salem Valley Veterinary Clinic
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician with experience in Anesthesia to join our team.
You will have the opportunity to work with the latest technology, gain access to state-of-the-art training facilities, and collaborate with a positive team to deliver the highest quality of care to pet patients.
Salem Valley Veterinary Clinic is a four-doctor clinic that offers dental services, diagnostics, surgery, and equine services.
We pride ourselves in providing quality medical care and individualized service with the goal of complete customer satisfaction.
Job Responsibilities:
- Administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids
- Assists the Veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery
- Cares for all surgical materials; keeps the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery
- Comfortable reading ECG's during anesthesia
- Provides compassionate care to patients and clients
- Keeps accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
- Performs physical assessments and records observations
- Prepares estimates for procedures and discusses financial commitments with clients
- Filling prescriptions and working with controlled substances as needed
- Explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) required for this role
- Must have a positive attitude and be a team player
- Must be proficient in monitoring and administering anesthesia as you will be doing this daily
- Comfort with basic aspects of medical recordkeeping
- As the advocate for our patients, an eye for detail regarding patient care is a must
- Proficiency in setting up common anesthetic equipment
- Proficiency in phlebotomy and venous/arterial catheter placement
- Comfort with various methods of intubation in different species
- At least a basic grasp of advanced anesthesia monitoring concepts, local and regional blocks, and CRI management
- A self-driven work ethic as well as strong organizational and communication skills
Benefits:
- Great pay with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 401K with 100% company match of up to 3%, and a 50% match for the 4thand 5th%
- Generous paid time off to help you achieve your balance
- Employee Ruff-erral Program
- Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and short-term disability (long-term disability available)
- Accident and critical illness insurance
- Bonding leave enhanced maternity benefit
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA)
- Continuing education yearly allowance for skills development
- Certification fees reimbursement (eligible employees only)
- Commuter benefits, uniform allowance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free monthly wellness meetings focused on ways to reduce stress and anxiety, led by the medical director
- Free quarterly financial wellness classes to provide guidance in areas such as student loan debt, budgeting, improving credit scores, mortgages, and refinancing
Special Benefits for Your Pet:
- Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
- Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing
- Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods
About Us:
Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners.
