What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at NVA General Practice?
We are looking for an experienced and motivated veterinary technician to join our pawsome team at Jubilee Pet Hospital in Daphne, AL. We are open Monday-Friday from 8 am to 5:30 pm. This two doctor practice is fast paced and continuously growing. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance. If you are interested in this job, please feel free to stop by to fill out an application and speak to us or just apply online.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Obtain and record patient histories
- Communicate with pet owners on procedures, products, and recommended preventative healthcare
- Dispense and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians
- Collect blood, fecal, and urine samples
- Administer and monitor anesthesia under the direction of the veterinarian
- Prep patients, instruments, and equipment for surgery
- Perform routine dental cleanings
- Take radiographs
- Clean and sterilize equipment, instruments, and materials
- IV catheter placement
- Assist the veterinarian in various procedures
- Input charges into computer software system
- Work well in a group setting
- Ability to communicate and handle high-stress situations while maintaining a professional manner
- Use safe restraining techniques on patients