Job description Why don't ants ever get sick? Because they have anty-bodies! Do you like corny jokes as much as we do? We are a busy 3 doctor small animal practice looking for the right certified vet tech with a sense of humor. We are hiring for part-time or full-time, but let's be honest
- you will want to spend as much time here as possible. We are a progressive practice and do NOT perform declaws! No on-call time! Share the love with five other experienced CVTs! We value our techs
- one of the owners is actually a veterinary technician!
Job Types:
Part-time, Full-time Pay
- Hourly negotiable based on experience
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Schedule:
10 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Weekend rotations
- 4 hour shift, Saturday mornings
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)
Work Location:
In person
Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians in providing medical care to animals
- Perform animal restraint and handling during examinations and procedures
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
- Prepare animals for surgery and assist during surgical procedures
- Collect and analyze laboratory samples for diagnostic testing
- Perform animal catheterization and monitor anesthesia during procedures
- Provide post-operative care and monitor recovery of animals
- Educate pet owners on proper animal care and medication administration
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
Qualifications:
- Certification or degree in veterinary technology
- Strong knowledge of animal physiology, anatomy, and behavior
- Proficiency in animal restraint, handling, and care techniques
- Experience with aseptic technique and maintaining sterile environments
- Familiarity with laboratory procedures and diagnostic testing
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced veterinary clinic environment
- Excellent communication skills to interact with pet owners and veterinary team members
- Flexibility to work 10 hour shifts and some Saturday mornings
Skills:
- Animal restraint
- Animal handling
- Animal care
- Dog handling
- Animal catheterization
- Animal physiology knowledge
- Laboratory skills (sample collection, analysis)
- Aseptic technique proficiency
- Veterinary critical care understanding
Note:
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be subject to change based on the needs of the veterinary clinic.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance License reimbursement Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Uniform allowance Vision insurance
License/Certification:
Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)
Work Location:
In person