What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Veterinary Technician position at Vita Veterinary Care?
Overview
Our practice is growing, come grow with us. We are seeking one or two part time (20-25hrs/week, primarily Monday, Wednesday and Friday) Veterinary Technicians to join our team. Weekdays only, no nights, weekends or holidays. Our practice is small but growing every day and our small staff and veterinarian need more support to ensure we continue to provide the quality of care our practice values. We have a fast passed but organized work flow in a clinic striving to provide high quality affordable veterinary services for dogs and cats. We are a small drama free clinic open to new ideas and new ways of providing outstanding service and patient care without compromising our beliefs or goals. Seeking motivated individuals that work well both independently and with others.
Duties
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and other medical procedures
- Handle and restrain animals during examinations and treatments
- Check in patients and aquire patient history and pertinent medical information and update digital records
- Perform blood draws, sample collection, place IV catheters, radiographs, surgery prep, intubate patients, monitor anesthesia, and dental prep
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the veterinary clinic or hospital
- Provide care for animals in clinic
- Monitor animals pre and post-surgery or during treatment
- Assist with digital record keeping
- Administer medications and other treatments where appropriate
- Utilize knowledge of veterinary critical care to support urgent/ daytime emergency cases
- Interact with clients both in person, on the phone and via email
Experience
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician is preferred however new technician graduates or those currently enrolled in a technician program would be considered
- Knowledge of animal handling techniques and animal restraint methods a must
- Familiarity with specimen procedures in a veterinary setting is a plus
- Excellent computer skills are a must
- Compensation is based on experience, individual drive and certification
- Well organized and able to multi-task ideal
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Veterinary clinic: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $28