Veterinary Technician Veterinary Medical Center Union City Union City, CA Job Details Full-time 12 hours ago Qualifications Animal hospital experience Clinic experience Veterinary clinic experience Full Job Description Veterinary Technician Job Duties Job Overview A Veterinary Technician provides essential support to veterinarians by performing various medical and technical tasks to ensure the health and well-being of animals. They play a critical role in animal care, diagnostics, treatment, and client communication.

Animal Care Patient Restraint and Handling :

Safely restrain animals during examinations and procedures.

Feeding and Nutrition :

Assist with feeding schedules and provide nutritional support as directed by the veterinarian.

Hygiene and Cleanliness :

Maintain clean and sanitary conditions in the clinic, including kennels, examination rooms, and surgical areas.

Exercise and Enrichment :

Ensure animals receive proper exercise and enrichment activities during their stay at the clinic.

Medical Assistance Examinations :

Assist veterinarians during physical examinations by preparing animals and necessary equipment.

Diagnostics :

Collect samples (blood, urine, feces, etc.) for laboratory testing and perform diagnostic tests (radiographs, ultrasounds, etc.).

Medications :

Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.

Anesthesia :

Prepare and monitor animals undergoing anesthesia for surgery or other procedures.

Surgical Assistance Preparation :

Prepare animals and surgical equipment for procedures.

Monitoring :

Monitor animals' vital signs during surgery and recovery.

Post-operative Care :

Provide post-operative care, including wound management and pain relief.

Emergency Care Triage :

Assist in the triage of emergency cases, assessing and prioritizing based on the severity of the condition.

First Aid :

Provide immediate first aid and stabilization for emergency patients.

Laboratory Work Sample Processing :

Prepare and process laboratory samples for analysis.

Record Keeping :

Maintain accurate records of laboratory results and report findings to the veterinarian.

Client Communication Education :

Educate clients on animal care, nutrition, and preventative health measures.

Instructions :

Provide clear instructions for home care and medication administration.

Follow-ups :

Conduct follow-up calls to check on the progress of patients and answer any questions clients may have.

Administrative Duties Record Management :

Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans.

Inventory :

Manage inventory of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring they are stocked and in good condition.

Appointments :

Assist in scheduling and managing appointments and clinic operations.

Additional Duties Continuing Education :

Stay updated on the latest veterinary practices and technologies through continuing education and training.

Team Collaboration :

Work collaboratively with veterinarians, other veterinary technicians, and support staff to provide the highest standard of care.

Compliance :

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to veterinary medicine.

Skills and Qualifications Education :

Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field.

Certification :

Certification as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT).

Experience :

Previous experience in a veterinary clinic or hospital setting preferred.

Skills :

Strong technical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

Physical Requirements :

Ability to lift and restrain animals, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.

Experience Required :

At least three years of experience in a Veterinary Hospital.