Find & Apply For Veterinary Technician / Technologist Jobs in Hagerstown, Maryland

Cumberland Valley Veterinary Clinic is looking for Full-time Licensed Veterinary Technicians to join our team. If you are passionate about supporting high standards of veterinary medicine and will excel in a fast paced environment where you are encouraged to operate at the top of your license, pursue professional interests, and take the time to practice veterinary medicine in a patient centered way, then we would like to speak with you. We offer competitive wages and a sign on bonus for qualified applicants. Position Description Assist the veterinarian with routine patient appointments and surgical procedures including caring for and monitoring of pets, keeping them calm and secure, and assisting with restraint. Collect and process samples for diagnostics and collect and preserve laboratory samples that must be shipped offsite for testing. Prepare appointment rooms prior to scheduled patient visits and treatment rooms for surgery and prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, or treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian. Record patient medical history and medical notes as well as inventories of pharmaceuticals, equipment, and supplies and maintain controlled substance inventory and related log books, fill prescriptions, measure medications, and label containers and explain medications and potential side effects to clients. Take radiographs and monitoring general anesthesia. Dress wounds, apply splints and protective devices, give enemas, perform catherization, ear flushes, intravenous feedings, and gavage. Maintain, sterilize, and store all instruments, equipment, and machinery to ensure proper working condition. Contribute to proper use and maintenance of all center equipment and overall cleanliness of the center and adherence to the company brand. Clean animal holding areas, surgery suites to control the spread of disease. Contribute to a positive and collaborative working environment for all employees. Communicate with clients in a positive and efficient manner, educate and counsel them on preventive health care, behavior problems, dental care, and nutrition. Develop and maintain positive and lasting relationships with clients. Practice veterinary medicine in compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines. What You Will Bring to Our Team Veterinary technician licensure in good standing with the Maryland state veterinary board 1-2 years of clinical experience preferred Excellent client communication skills Ability to lift 20+lbs., tolerate strong smells and noisy environments, and deal with physically and emotionally demanding situations Strong interpersonal skills Strong interest in the use of technology to advance the practice of veterinary medicine Must be able to work evenings (we close at 5pm) and Saturdays.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Veterinary Technician Experience:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Maryland Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person