Looking for a full time, experienced Veterinary Technicians at our growing small animal, general practice, hospital (aka: vet tech, vet nurse, small animal, animal hospital).

Candidate will need to have technical and clerical skills. Avimark and previous veterinary technician experience is must. Certified Veterinary Technicians are a plus and pay would be increased based on experience.

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Basic Technical Skills (as described by AVMA):

• Safe Animal handling/restraint (dogs and cats)
• Surgical Prep (pre and post op)
• Radiology Positioning and Understanding
• Anesthesia performance and intubation ideal
• Sample collection and preparation- blood, urine, feces, skin
• IV catheter placement skills/Blood draws
• Laboratory skills- preparation and interpretation of fecal, urine, ear and skin samples
• Basic pharmacology knowledge (i.e.- heartworm, flea and tick medications, antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, etc.)
• Knowledge of the veterinary field in the purpose of client education & technical skills including vaccination schedule for dogs and cats, general anatomy and medical terminology, general disease processes, etc.

Clerical Skills (Avimark Software knowledge preferred):

• Scheduling appointments
• Answering the telephone
• Answering client questions
• Recognizing possible medical emergencies
• Setting up new clients and patients
• Prep and maintenance of medical records
• Financial transactions- (would ideally like some experience with CareCredit payments)
• Admitting and discharging patients
• Filling prescriptions

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Are you looking for a veterinary technician role where your coworkers are like family? Look no further than 434 Animal Hospital of Longwood. Our veterinarians and veterinary technicians work together as a team to communicate with clients and provide the best treatment for our furry family members. We all truly work hard, work together, and have one goal in mind--the patients.

If you are someone who enjoys learning, being challenged, and working with pets, while also having a personality that is motivated, self driven, responsible and hard working, 434 Animal Hospital may be the perfect fit for you. We look forward to having the opportunity to meet with you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person