What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant or Registered Veterinary Technician position at Columbus Veterinary Services?
About us
Columbus Veterinary Services is a family-owned veterinary clinic in Columbus, IN. We are compassionate, social, and rewarding. Engage in a fulfilling career of patient care. Come join our team!
Our work environment includes:
- Lively and Temperature Controlled atmosphere
- Great Work/Life balance
- Company perks
- Growth opportunities
- On-the-job training
Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant (Full-Time)
Columbus Veterinary Services is a thriving small animal practice seeking a passionate Registered Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant who will grow with us. Discover a rewarding career, building relationships with clients and providing lifelong care for patients.
- Collaborate with a dynamic team that is committed to superior patient care at an affordable cost.
- Work in a newly renovated clinic with a new surgery suite equipped with heated surgery tables, dental machine, digital radiography, in-house laboratory, and laser surgery capabilities.
We need your expertise at our practice. A successful candidate has the following skills:
- Demonstrates proficiency in triaging, patient assessment, problem-solving, venipuncture, catheterization, surgical preparation and assistance, anesthesia monitoring, dental procedures, radiology, treatments, and preventative care.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Passion for your work and compassion for patients, clients and fellow teammates.
- Proactive at anticipating and addressing patient and client needs.
- Creates positive, cooperative working relationships with teammates and clients.
- Solid communicator.
- Strives for continued self-improvement.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and stand for extended periods of time.
- Prefer at least 1-2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital.
- Prefer college or equivalent education required in becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician.
Why Join Columbus Veterinary Services?
- Team-based, collaborative approach to preventative care, medicine, and surgery.
- Competitive wage, 401k retirement with 3% company match, paid vacation and holidays, license fees reimbursement, employee discount, uniform and CE allowance for Full-Time employees.
- Support our local humane society and non-profit animal shelters.
- We appreciate our team and support your work-life balance. Work 4.5 days per week with every other weekend off.
- We invest in your professional development and career advancement opportunities.
Columbus is a vibrant city in the heart of southern Indiana with museums, historic architecture, shopping, and restaurants just minutes from the clinic. Our clinic is located on the People Trail, a 27-mile paved recreational trail that connects our clinic to downtown Columbus and Mill Race Park. Our dog park offers dog training obstacles and promotes community involvement.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Employee discount
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
Experience:
- Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $20