Veterinary Technician

Company Description

At Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates, we employ the finest veterinary professionals to deliver high-quality medical services while promoting a culture of compassion and authenticity. We cultivate attractive working environments and cultures for every hospital staff member, making sure they have the resources to give every pet accurate attention and keep clients well-informed.

We have availability on all shifts. AM, Mid-day, PM, Overnights and Weekends

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Job Description

We are growing and need to hire Veterinary Technicians and Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) to join our fast-paced clinic and team. These candidates will have an outstanding attitude and be proficient in providing support to our team of veterinarians while delivering the best service to our clients. They will also work to form a team in our clinic by promoting teamwork and respect. The Veterinary Technician/LVT will lead and naturally implement to our group's cultural tenets.

You Will

• Review vaccination records and prepare vaccines according to our vaccine protocol.
• Support veterinarians in procedures using accurate restraint; know how to restrain fractious patients.
• Assist veterinarian in surgical procedures using proper aseptic technique.
• Maintain and use equipment such as IDEXX Procyte/CatalystOne and autoclave.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures and analyses in hematology, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology.
• Prepare samples for outside laboratory analysis.
• Monitor patients under anesthesia.
• Induce anesthesia and intubate a patient.
• Coordinate treatments and injections following the instructions of a doctor or a treatment form.
• Initiate emergency procedures; triage patients.
• Maintain pharmacy records, and controlled drug, anesthesia logs.
• Take radiographs, with knowledge of accurate positioning and techniques.
• Take vital signs of animals including temperature, pulse, and respiration.
• Perform dental cleanings.
• Perform and analyze skin and ear cytologies.
• Perform catheterization- urinary and venous.
• Complete anal gland expression, ear cleanings, and nail trims
• Assist in maintaining and preparing records, consent forms, other documents.
• Support out other team members as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of experience.
• Bilingual, a great plus.
• Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) highly preferred but not required
• Professional appearance required; scrubs are to be worn at all times.
• Must be able to work selected schedule with may include weekends (Saturdays) & holidays if clinic is open.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Work well independently and in a group.
  
  

Additional information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Benefits

We reward leadership and excellence with:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities
• In-house Training
  
  

If you are looking for a career adventure and an opportunity for unmatched personal growth, we want to hear from you.