What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at NVA General Practice?
- Assist with patient care and treatment
- Monitor hospitalized pets / Monitor/aid in caring for animals after surgery
- Maintain inventory and stocking
- Restrain animals during blood draws and nail trims
- Able to perform routine diagnostic tests (i.e. Taking radiographs, bloodwork, reading fecal)
- Maintain & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment
- Clean/Disinfect cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital
- Administering medications
- Feeding/bathing animals
- Answering phones
- Customer service
- Helping clients with their pets
- Must be 18yrs old or older
- Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
- Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
- Prefer 1 years of experience, but not required.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.
- Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
- Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.