Veterinary Technician - Non-Credentialed

Who We Are

Veterinary Group of Chesterfield is a full-service animal hospital that offers its clients routine medical, surgical, and dental care. What sets us apart is our strong commitment to education and service. Not only do we pride ourselves on educating our clients, but we also challenge ourselves to continuously expand our knowledge and skill set in order to provide high-quality veterinary care. Our team consists of passionate veterinary professionals who foster a collaborative, supportive working environment.

Who You Are

You're a hands-on veterinary technician who thrives in the middle of the action- the kind of person who can juggle patient care, collaborate with teammates, and still greet clients with a smile!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Pay will be based on experience and qualifications

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Responsibilities:

• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed to work safely and effectively. Able to perform a pre-physical including patient's weight, temperature, the reason for the visit, and brief history.
• Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine complete oral exam and cleaning on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Dental prophylaxis
• Surgical experience including IV catheter placement, prep, monitoring, recovery, and discharge
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted. Monitors patients during anesthetic procedures according to anesthetic safety guidelines.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials. Maintains technical equipment.
• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.
• Fills prescriptions, measuring medications, and labeling containers.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas; maintains the gold cleanliness standard of the hospital throughout the facility.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently. Works collaboratively with all medical staff to ensure our standard for client communication is always upheld.

Benefits:
We're dedicated to your well-being and offer a comprehensive package and professional development opportunities to support your work and home life. These include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits (full-time employees)
• Paid Time Off, including Holidays
• Quarterly Bonuses!! 
• Significant Discounts on Veterinary Care for your pets
• Uniform Reimbursement
• 401k Matching
• Flexible Hours

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

•We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

•All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

•There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.