Veterinary Technician

POSITION OVERVIEW

At The Veterinary Care Centers of Texas (TVCCOT) our veterinary technicians are the foundation that truly make the difference in caring for our beloved pets. At TVCCOT we are a tight knit team where you and your work ethic are valued every day; you will work closely alongside Dr. Snyder and your family of fellow veterinarian technicians to serve the pet community of El Paso. TVCCOT is a certified FEAR FREE clinic- where educating and inspiring all staff is our number one priority to prevent and alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress in pets and their owners when trusting us as their veterinarian provider.

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TVCCOT is looking for a well rounded individual who has the attention to detail to put the health and wellbeing for all pets and pet parents first in every task they perform. As a veterinarian technician at TVCCOT, you will use medical knowledge, gain clinical skills, and grow as a well rounded professional in the veterinary profession. Serving animals is a very rewarding and noble profession, at TVCCOT we value your dedication to this service and offer benefits that range from continuing education opportunities, discounted pet healthcare, and other programs that will empower you to grow as a veterinarian technician.
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Please see the job description & details below, we look forward to meeting you and sharing our passion for animal healthcare and wellbeing.
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RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides compassionate care to patients and customers..

• Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.

• Performs all duties in accordance with medical policies and procedures.

• Assists the doctor in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; assists the doctor in administering anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids.

• Performs emergency procedures such as control of bleeding, resuscitation with oxygen, opening airways, and external cardiac massage.

• Properly cleans all surgical materials after they are used; keeps the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery.

• Admits and discharges patients on the doctor's orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state.

• Counsels clients on various aspects of animal care; explains dosage/purpose of medications; reinforces the proper care & procedures that should be followed at home; makes follow-up calls to clients.

• Gives injections and administers oral medications in accordance with clinic policy.

• Performs clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures; draws blood for laboratory analysis; maintains files of lab test results and ensures that test results are recorded in patient records.

• Understand and carry out clinic administrative procedures such as: scheduling appointments, delivering excellent customer service, operating point of sale (POS) systems for client check out, and other administrative duties as assigned.

• Assists other staff members as required & performs other duties as assigned.

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EDUCATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

• High School-Junior or Senior (w/ STRONG letters of recommendations- REQUIRED)

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Associates or Undergraduate degree desirable, but not required.

• Veterinary Technician Certification desirable, but not required.

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EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• No experience is necessary- at TVCCOT we offer on-the-job training opportunities to individuals who share our passion for & want to start a career in the veterinary profession.

• Individuals w/experience OR who hold a degree in higher education are highly desirable.

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PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Genuinely enjoys working w/animals & able to cope when they are stressed, ill, or in pain.

• Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis or high volume workdays.

• Is dedicated to a teamwork approach and works well with all staff members.

• Has excellent customer service & communication skills and is able to handle customer interactions with care, courtesy, and kindness.

• Strong efficiency and attention to detail in all tasks.

• Bilingual (English-Spanish Speaker) is HIGHLY DESIRED

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PHYSICAL EFFORT & WORKING CONDITIONS

• Able to assist in lifting and carrying animals over 40 lbs.

• Able to walk or stand for extended periods of time; and able to work in a bent position periodically to care for animals.

• May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, animal discharges, to bites, scratches, and other animal handling conditions.

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WORK HOURS/ SCHEDULE

• Staff work times range from 6:30 am to 7 pm, Monday through Friday, and on Saturday from 7:30 am to 5 pm.

• Scheduling is flexible for part-time and full-time employees.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $7.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Please note that this job position is for FULL TIME employment. Do you understand that this position is for FULL TIME employment? (Please respond with "YES" or "NO").

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $7