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.
EXPERIENCED TECHNICIAN. MUST HAVE STRONG TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND LEADERSHIP QUALITIES TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.
Experienced Technician for full-time position for full-day Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and half-day on Saturdays (4.5 days). The selected candidate will support and assist our veterinarian(s) with all services provided by the hospital including surgery, medicine, and dentistry. Applicants should be experienced in phlebotomy, catheter placement, obtaining radiographs, using in house laboratory equipment, monitoring and inducing anesthesia, assisting surgery, holding and securing animals, and in all aspects of nursing care. The candidate will have the flexibility to handle multiple roles and responsibilities defined by a higher-level position including training new technicians and monitoring the tasks of less experienced technicians and assistants. He or she will also support non-technical tasks including medical supplies inventory and ordering, interacting with clients and patients, facilitating boarding and grooming services, and clinic cleanliness. The ideal candidate must have strong technical skills. We are looking for a candidate who has experience, but is also willing to learn, grow, and take on new responsibilities as we grow as a company.
Experience required:
A minimum of one (4) year as a veterinary technician working for a reputable and established Animal Hospital.
Education required:
Completion of a high school degree or further education. Certificate of completion from a NAVTA approved Veterinary Assistant program, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Personality Traits:
Well developed communication skills, positive outlook, and ability to work easily with others, interested in learning new skills, able to handle emergency situations, hard working, dedication to the profession, reliability, and a genuine love and care for animals and their wellbeing.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift/carry an object weighing up to 50 pounds. Able to work energetically for the entire assigned shift, sometimes exceeding 9 - 10 hours per day.
Salary:
Highly Competitive Pay commensurate with experience.
Some Benefits:
after probationary period.
References:
Two professional and one personal reference required (non-family).
Contact:
Send CV/Resume' and References.
Potential Responsibilities:
Punctuality, Reliability, good work ethic We are an equal opportunity employer and we maintain a positive, healthy work culture.
Benefit Conditions:
Only full-time employees eligible Medical, Dental, Vision Pet Discounts Holiday (paid if it falls on scheduled workday) Vacation Time (10 days unpaid) Sick Time (5 days unpaid)
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$21.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 42 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance
Experience:
Senior Veterinary Technician:
3 years (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Parkland, FL 33073 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Parkland, FL 33073: Relocate before starting work (Required)
