What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at Wexler Animal Hospital?
Veterinary hospital looking for a veterinary technician!
Must have own transportation and able to work shifts on weekends.
Experience is preferred but not required.
Must be dependable, responsible, team player, and able to multitask.
Must have a positive attitude and work well with others.
Apply in person at 458 Heymann Blvd Suite D, Lafayette LA, 70503.
**Pay to be discussed at time of hiring**
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate care for animals.
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgeries, including animal restraint.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the treatment area, surgery, and examination rooms.
- Monitor animal health and behavior, reporting any concerns to the veterinary team.
- Ensure compliance with veterinary terminology and protocols in all tasks.
- Collect blood, urine, and other samples for laboratory testing.
- Prepare animals and instruments for surgery, monitor anesthesia, and provide post-operative care.
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provide general nursing care to hospitalized animals, including feeding, medicating, and administering fluids.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $10.00 per hour
Ability to Commute:
- Lafayette, LA 70503 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10