Special Friends Veterinary Clinic is located in Aurora, Colorado and we have been serving the community since 1993. We are a full-service animal hospital with long tenured employees, with very little turnover. We are proud of our team and the way we work together to provide quality care for our patients. We treat our clients with respect and strive to exceed their expectations. We love teaching people why we do what we do for their pets!
We are equipped with updated digital x-rays and dental radiographs, a CO2 laser, and a modern surgery suite. We also offer professional grooming services to our clients. We are currently a two-doctor practice, with excellent support staff.
*Certified Veterinary Technician Role Requirements*
* Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) or the ability to transfer credentials from state to state.
* Associate degree in Veterinary Technology
*Certified Veterinary Technician Responsibilities*
* Professional client communication and education obtaining medical histories and symptoms.
* Laboratory procedures including but not limited to: hematology, cytology, urinalysis, microbiology, blood chemistry, and fecals.
* Diagnostic imaging and implementing safety protocols of fellow staff members
* Nursing skills including: restraining patients, administering medications. PO/IV/SUBQ/IM, applying and maintaining bandages, proficient IV catheter placement and venipuncture, surgery prep, and anesthesia monitoring.
* Competently perform dental prophylaxis
*Certified Veterinary Technician Benefits*
* Work with Newsweek's #1 Ranked Healthcare Company in 2023
* Professional Development Assistance - You have goals. We'll help you reach them.
* Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* Paid Time Off
* Critical Illness Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programs and Mental Health Counseling
* Teammate Referral Program
* Discounted Veterinary Care
* ...and much more!
Join us in our mission to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. If you are passionate about veterinary medicine, dedicated to the highest standards of care, and eager to grow - whether it be financially, professionally, or both - we invite you to apply. Together, we can continue to provide the best care and ensure the well-being of our beloved animal companions. We can’t wait to meet you!
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
License/Certification:
* Veterinary Technician Certification/License (Required)
Work Location: In person