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Critter Fixer Veterinary 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.
$38,419 / year median in Georgia
+31% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for a veterinary technician that directly handles inpatient and outpatient care, works hand-in-hand with veterinarians. The technician assists in exam rooms by taking patients' history, vital signs and weight; preparing vaccines; collecting samples and running diagnostic tests; providing client education; and assisting with animal restraint. Technicians also may see their own appointments for procedures such as suture removal, nail trim, vaccine administration when a doctor exam is not required, long-term medication monitoring testing, surgery admission and discharge and boarding check-in exams. Technicians that can directly impact doctors' productivity, client service and patient care. Technician will play a key role in communicating with clients in person and by phone for follow-up care and patient monitoring.