• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.

• Accurately prepares and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.

• Successfully perform treatment plan skills such as SQ, IV fluid set up and administration, medication administration, ear cleaning, wound treatment, anal gland expression, nail trim.

• Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.

• Performs routine dental prophylaxis, and obtains accurate dental radiographs under the direction of the veterinarian.

• Assists doctor with all surgical procedures: including accurately administers and monitors anesthesia under the direction of the veterinarian.

• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.

• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.

• Successfully collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination, including but not limited to blood, urine, and fecal samples.

• Successfully performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, feces, and additional cytologies to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.

• Correctly obtain patient vitals, communicate values to veterinarian and triage patients appropriately.

• Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.

• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.

• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.

• Accurately fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.

• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.

• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently.

• Effectively place IV catheter, venipuncture.

• Provide maintenance care for hospitalized patients.

• In depth client communication skills pertaining to veterinary medicine.

• Accurate controlled substance handling, monitoring, and reporting.

• Monitor patient status and bring attention to doctor for unusual actions or eliminations.

• Successfully administer injections SQ, IM, and IV per instructed by veterinarian.

• Assist with safe/proper restraint, including utilizing fear free techniques.

• Cleaning and sanitizing all treatment areas, exam rooms, and reception areas.

• Restocking all hospital supplies in treatment areas and exam rooms.

• Walking, feeding, and medicating any boarding or hospitalized patients in the facility.

• Ensure all veterinarian prescribed treatments and medications are completed and charged to the client accurately.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Certification as a Veterinary Technician or experience as advanced veterinary assistant.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment.

• Ability to effectively handle and control aggressive animals.

• Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in a veterinary clinic environment, including the use of euthanasia.

• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.

• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.

• Must have active listening, critical thinking, complex problem solving, time management, judgment and decision making skills.

• Supportive environment that will encourage you to be the best technician you can be. We place a high value on continuing education and on-going training. Be ready for opportunities to learn & grow!

• Collaboration & Appreciation: We value the diverse experiences and skills that each team member has to offer. We work as a team, help each other out, and encourage you to speak up with your thoughts.

• Join some of the best! We have a history dedicated to employing technicians that pride themselves on being a premier provider of compassionate, comprehensive, integrated, and advanced medical and surgical care.

• You are an experienced and/or credentialed veterinary technicians passionate about learning and growing in the industry.

• You can easily adapt to the different needs of each patient and are able to remain composed during stressful and emotional situations.

• You are committed to outstanding client service, exceptional patient care and really want to make a difference!

• Three 10 hour days and one half day during the week

• Rotating Saturdays

• Normal business hours are M-F 7:30am – 6pm; Sa 8:00am – 2pm; Sun Closed

• Here at Nolensville, we don’t believe in a standard starting rate of pay, we believe that each team member should be compensated based on their knowledge, skills, and experiences.

• CE allowance for credentialed technicians

• Scrub allowance

• Paid time off

• Employee pet discount

• Quarterly bonus opportunities (Staff incentive program)

• 401k/profit sharing

• Medical/Dental/Vision

• Disability insurance

• Life insurance

For more information about our hospital, please visit http://www.nolensvillevet.com/

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