Veterinary Technician

This is a full time position that requires standing for long periods of time and some heavy lifting may be involved.

Emergency care rotation required. Generally focused on 4 x 10-hour shifts. Saturday shifts on a rotating basis.

Starting pay will vary based on relevant education and experience.

Client Service:

Maintains a professional and calm demeanor with all clients.

Acts as an intermediary between the doctor and the client, responsible for tasks such as client follow-up phone calls after a visit or surgery.

Clearly and accurately explains all services, procedures, and treatments.

Recommends routine treatments and educates the client appropriately.

Provides the client with all appropriate educational materials.

Updates patient files accurately and in a timely fashion to allow for an efficient client check-out process.

Patient Care:

Demonstrates and utilizes proper restraining techniques.

Reads and accurately interprets the patient chart.

Obtains and records baseline medication information.

Completes routine procedures such as nail trims, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression.

Utilizes the hospital computer system to enter appropriate products and services from the treatment sheet (using AviMark)

Administers various medications as prescribed by a DVM, including both oral and injectable drugs 

Prepares patient for surgery, including aseptic technique and monitoring equipment.

Monitors patient during anesthesia and recovery, and updates surgical log

Maintains equipment and surgical packs (cleanliness, contents, and sterility). 

Laboratory and Diagnostics:

Collects appropriate blood samples and cytology samples 

Collects samples for fecal analysis and urinalysis.

Accurately completes and submits all laboratory samples and paperwork.

Properly obtains and processes radiographs utilizing the correct protective garments, labeling, positioning, and exposure.

Routine procedures including

Baseline medical data: weight, temperature, heart rate, etc.

Nail trims

Ear cleaning

Anal gland expressions

Prophylactic dental care, including recognition of teeth abnormalities

Diagnostic testing, including blood testing and cytology sampling

Hospital medications, protocols, and general medical recommendations

Utilization and maintenance of anesthesia and hospital equipment.

English language

Excellent client service and interpersonal skills

Patient restraint techniques

Reading and interpreting patient charts and treatment sheets 

Administering injections and catheter insertion

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, E-mail, and AviMark experience preferred)

Flexible and willing to learn

Shows strong attention to detail

Works well in team environment

Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision

High school degree or GED

Bachelors degree a plus

1 year prior veterinary experience (preferred but not required)

CVT or RVT certification (preferred but not required)