What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician - Small Animal position at Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center?
Veterinary Technician - Penryn Pet Hospital (Small Animal Clinic), a LBEMG Company
Position Overview:
The veterinary technician is a key clinical position supporting the patients, clients, and doctors. The position supports a new small animal veterinary practice in Loomis, CA providing excellence in veterinary care services from surgery to general examinations to dental cleanings. This position supports the clinic operations including the medical processes, determining patient requirements, diagnostic procedures, medical care, maintaining medical supplies and equipment and supporting the general processes of the clinic. The position is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that is providing exceptional medical care in a state-of-the-art facility. This position is fulltime and offers exceptional employee benefits.
Key Job Functions:
- Support hospital operations by providing quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients.
- Assist doctors with daily patient care, ensuring quality medical services and an empathetic patient / client experience.
- Provide support for patient examination, diagnosis, and treatment stages of care.
- Assist with wellness care and advanced tasks such as, radiographs, labs, dentals, and urgent or emergency triage and support.
- Maintain patient records.
- Advocate for exceptional patient care and contribute to the advancement of clinic processes and quality of care.
Key Competencies:
Demonstrate empathy and genuine passion for animal care,
Excellence in building relationships with strong communication skills.
Ability to prioritize urgencies while maintaining focus and flexibility.
Resourceful and a multitasker with a strong work ethic.
Problem solver and solution driven.
Team player but also enjoys autonomous work.
Productive and focused in fast paced, sometimes stressful work environments.
Job Qualifications:
General Educational Diploma (GED) associate's degree Preferred
CVT or RVT desired
Two years Veterinary Technician experience
Knowledge of veterinary technology and systems