Veterinary Technician Position Available In East Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Veterinary Technician PetWellClinic Highland Park Baton Rouge, LA 70810

Job Overview:

16 to 36+ Hours per Week Tuesday

• Friday, 10:45am
• 7pm Saturday 10:45am
• 5pm We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help up us grow!

PetWellClinic is a walk-in wellness and minor injury/illness care clinic located in the Highland Park Plaza near Blue Bayou Waterpark. We pride ourselves on convenient, quality wellness and minor illness/injury care with the client and pet as our top priority. If you have a passion for serving your community, working with animals, and are a great team-player, we encourage you to apply! As a Veterinary Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting the veterinarian(s) with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Handle and restrain animals during examinations and procedures
• Greet our clients and provide compassionate care, service, and support to pet owners
• Check customers out and assist with selecting the services and/or packages that best fits their pets needs.
• Prepare and maintain examination rooms, lobby, reception, and laboratory areas
• Clean and organize facility
• Collect samples such as urine, blood, feces, ear swabs and skin samples
• Administer medications and injections as directed by veterinarians
• Perform laboratory tests such as fecals, bloodwork and urinalysis
• Maintain accurate records of patient treatment and procedures
• Answer emails, text messages, and place phone calls
• Have knowledge of, or are willing to learn about the importance of preventive care
• Contribute to social media and marketing

Skills:

• Proficient dog and cat handling techniques, including proper restraint methods
• Basic knowledge of animal behavior
• Knowledge of common laboratory procedures & equipment used in a veterinary setting
• Knowledge of common preventive medications for dogs and cats
• Ability to handle animals with patience, compassion and confidence
• Ability to clearly communicate with clients, veterinary assistants, and veterinarians
• Ability to lift up to 60lbs
• Willingness to learn and take direction

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required (College degree preferred)
• Previous experience working in a veterinary clinic (12 months minimum)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• VeterinaryPhlebotomy experience preferred.
• Ability to speak spanish a plus!

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$14.00

• $16.

00 per hour

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Every weekend

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Veterinary technician: 1 year (Required)

Phlebotomy:

1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Baton Rouge, LA 70810 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Baton Rouge, LA 70810: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person