Veterinary Technician Position Available In Paulding, Georgia

Veterinary Technician
at Veterinary Practice Partners
Hiram, GA
Hiram Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
What to Expect
As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:
A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
Guardian voluntary benefits
Professional development opportunities Employee pet discounts! Because we know your pets are family, too.

Salary:

$17 per hour

Schedule:

Three full weekdays, 7:00am-6:00 or 6:30pm with either one 1/2 day during the week or a rotating Saturday shift 7:30am-12:30pm resulting in 32-38 hours per week.
Rotation for weekend on calls is required for this position, as well as a minimum of one holiday on call shift. Days of the week scheduled may vary week to week. Must be available for weekends and holidays.
Schedule may require an additional 1/2 day on occasion.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Communication:

Provide status updates for hospitalized patients, home care instructions, pre- and post-op instructions, and medication administration guidance. Address client medical questions with confidence and direct complex inquiries to veterinarians.

Client Education & Support:

Educate clients on preventative medicine, wellness care by age, vaccine requirements, laboratory procedures, and support hospital financial policies by preparing estimates and discussing financial commitments.

Customer Service:

Greet clients, escort them and their pets into exam rooms, ensure smooth transitions to the front desk, and promote the practice’s products, programs, and services.

Animal Handling & Care:

Restrain animals safely and compassionately, assist veterinarians in medical, surgical, and dental procedures, prepare patients for surgery, administer anesthesia, monitor patients during surgery and recovery, and administer fluids.

Facility & Equipment Maintenance:

Properly care for all surgical materials, maintain hospital equipment and inventory, and ensure the surgery room, ICU area, exam rooms, and treatment areas are prepared and maintained.

Record Keeping:

Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using a paperless medical record system, ensuring all procedures, vaccinations, and notes are documented for proper billing.

Pharmacy Assistance:

Assist with dispensing medications as directed by the veterinarian, prepare prescription labels, and appropriately package medication.

Safety & Technical Skills:

Follow DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines; administer SQ, IM, and IV injections; perform laboratory tests, radiographs, and electrocardiograms; place IV catheters; perform emergency treatments such as bleeding control and external cardiac massage.

Qualifications:

One year of Veterinary Technician experience.
Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Hiram Animal Hospital:

Located in Hiram, GA, Hiram Animal Hospital is dedicated to caring for your beloved pets – dogs, cats, and pocket pets. Our team of veterinary professionals offers top-notch services and exceptional customer care to meet all your furry friends’ needs. Specializing in general wellness, cutting-edge diagnostics, imaging, and advanced surgeries, our doctors provide unparalleled veterinary care. Trust us to keep your pets healthy and happy!
We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.