We are excited to add a new Registered Veterinary Technician to our team! We are a small animal clinic who offers emergency services on weeknights and weekends. We have an Idexx in-house lab station, digital x ray, laser therapy and several new pieces of equipment! Our staff is friendly, energetic and ready to welcome a new member to our clinic family! The ideal candidate has at least 2 years' experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant.

Pay range: $15 - $20 for LVT/RVT/CVT, $12.50 - 13.50 for Veterinary Assistant/Non-credentialed Veterinary Technician

Hours of operation: M-F 8am-5pm, every other Saturday 8am-noon

***Ability to work weekends and after hours is required.

Possible schedule for our new team member: 9-10 hours, 4 days a week, some weekends and after-hours emergency

We are proud to offer the following benefits for our full-time team members:

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k and matching)
• Possible Bonus incentives
• Career and professional development opportunities
• State licensing fee reimbursement for credentialed technicians
• VTNE support
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Uniform Allowance
• Personal Pet Discount

Essential Responsibilities

· Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.

· Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.

· Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.

· Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.

· Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.

· Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.

· Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.

· Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.

· Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.

· Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.

· Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Active Veterinary Technician License (in good standing) in the State of VA is preferred

· Previous veterinary experience preferred

· Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance

· Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE

· Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages

· Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.

· Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.50 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Clinic

Schedule:

• 4x10
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Galax, VA 24333 (Required)

Work Location: In person