Houston, TX (77018) 

We are seeking a Veterinary Technician for our team. Candidates must be team players with exceptional communication skills.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

-High school diploma or equivalent

-Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred but not required.

-Previous On-The-Job Training desirable when not a LVT.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

-Minimum two years experience as veterinary technician or assistant preferred.

-Some computer experience required; comfortable with Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Internet Explorer.

-Experience with Avimark or Cornerstone preferred.

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

-Minimum of 18 years old.

-Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.

-Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.

-Is well-spoken and approaches his/her job duties in a mature nature, with honesty and integrity.

-Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.

-Has excellent client communication skills.

-Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.

-Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.

DUTIES / TASKS

-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 with inventory.

-Can perform physical assessments; record observations in computer in a timely manner.

-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 and write items on order list when noted to be low.

-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 perform clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures; draws blood for laboratory analysis; runs blood samples on in house machines; ensures that test results are recorded in patient records.

-Can effectively position for and take radiographs.

-Can perform electrocardiograms.

-Can place IV catheters and properly care for them. Understands the use and care of IV pumps as well.

-Knows common disease states and can alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.

-Can admit patients following hospital policy and doctors written orders.

-Can discharge patients based on the veterinarian' orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state.

-Can maintain all equipment for medical procedures and testing.

-Can be on time and has reliable transportation

-Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary subject to experience. 

Benefits include:

4-day work week

Health, vision & dental insurance

Matching 401k

Production Bonuses

Pet care

Paid Time Off

Paid Holiday (if you work a holiday, double time pay)

Hours of operation:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 7AM - 6PM

Tuesday 7AM - 7PM

Saturday CLOSED

Sunday CLOSED