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Banfield Pet Hospital
Veterinary Technician
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What they do
A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.
$48,331 / year median in California
+27% projected growth
Job Description
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. Ability to multi-task
- Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration. Communication skills
- Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. Organizational ability
- Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order. Problem solving skills
- Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Translates problems into practical solutions. Client service skills
- Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service. Intellectual ability
- Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions. Mathematical ability
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement. Computer skills
- Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized medical software, as well as Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
ATTITUDES
(WILL DO) Initiative- shows willingness and aptitude to take appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done. Integrity
- Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield Pet Hospital. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment. Cooperativeness
- Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others. Flexibility
- Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned. Independence
- Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision as appropriate. Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency
- Maintains a positive "can do" outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations.