Veterinary Technician - CVT

Shelton Veterinary Center is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician to our team. At our Rarebreed clinic, you can help reimagine the veterinary experience in your community. Our progressive environment means you'll get to work with top-of-the-line equipment with a strong emphasis on alternative medicine. As part of our team, you'll work with the latest technology, gain access to state-of-the-art training facilities, and collaborate with a positive team to deliver the highest quality of care to the pet patients we all love. Shelton Veterinary Center is a state-of-the-art hospital that was built in 2005. We are a team that works well together as a cohesive unit and sees all of our clients and their fur babies as a family to provide them with the utmost care and compassion. We are proud to be a staple in our community, serving our clients and patients throughout their lifetime. We are excited to see our team growing and cannot wait to show you what truly makes us special!

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WHAT YOU'LL DO

Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas Perform physical assessments and record your observations Keep furry friends calm and still during procedures (sometimes using chin scratches!) Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients Explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms, and inform inventory manager when supplies need to be ordered Assist the Veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental procedures (be comfortable with blood draws; prepare patients for surgery; administer anesthesia; monitor patients during surgery and recovery; administer fluids) Care for all surgical materials and keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery Our Comprehensive benefit package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling Continuing education allowance and professional development support Mental Health Resources Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave Perks for Your Pets Too! Because we know how much your pets mean to you, we offer special benefits designed just for them:

Pet Care:

Discounts on veterinary services and products

Diagnostics:

Savings on reference lab testing

Nutrition:

Discounts on Purina pet foods

Insurance:

Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner

REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) preferred but not required Prior leadership or management experience required Must have a positive attitude and be a team player Diagnostics (Radiographs, ECG, Blood Pressure, Venipunture) Placing IV Catheters Administering treatments Assisting and monitoring patients during surgery Providing emergency and critical care to patients Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions. Joining our fun and team-first atmosphere comes with a level of support that's hard to find anywhere else. Everything we do is with purpose - down to the way we invest in our people and create long-overdue change in the industry. We're hyper-focused on supporting our professionals, so they can focus on bringing the gold standard of medicine to our patients and their families. Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check. Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/ Where uncommon support partners with joy.