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Crossroads Animal Clinic has been a staple of the community for over 19 years. We have a large and beautiful facility complete with a relaxing lunch space and nap room! We are a three DVM practice with a multitude of amazing staff to help support and guild all our new team members.
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Summary:
The veterinary technician is the veterinarian’s primary medical support. They begin the examination procedure and continue to assist the doctor throughout the examination, diagnosis and treatment phases. They aide the veterinarians in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work and administrative detail. They have a very significant role in communicating with and educating clients about their pets.
Position Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) desirable.
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) desirable
Previous on the job training when not a CVT or LVT.
Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying records and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs; requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time.
Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Can provide compassionate care to patients and clients.
· Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
· Can legibly keep accurate medical records in accordance hospital policy.
· Can prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas.
· Can perform physical assessments; record observations legibly in files or computer.
· Can effectively restrain pets even when large or difficult.
· Understands all common vaccinations and vaccination protocols and can explain to clients.
· Understands the importance of a clean and orderly facility, does not hesitate to clean or organize as part of a normal job duty.
· Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.
· Gives SQ, IM and IV injections.
· Can handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate.
· Can prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients supporting hospital financial policies.
· Can explain necessary follow-up and homecare instructions.
· Understands usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and can readily explain them to the clients.
· Can maintain an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by the inventory control system.
· Can assist the veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids.
· Can properly care for all surgical materials; keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery.
· Can perform emergency procedures such as control of bleeding, resuscitation with oxygen, opening airways, and external cardiac massage.
Can discharge patients based on the veterinarian’s orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $19.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
Full Time
$34k-47k (estimate)
04/03/2024
04/23/2024
laniervet.com
Chester, SC
<25
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