Company DescriptionLakeside Spears Animal Hospital is committed to providing excellent service with integrity to the Carbondale area. Whether a pet comes to us for a routine visit, or in an urgent care situation, their families can be assured that their beloved pet will always be treated with patience and kindness. Our highly-trained veterinarians and technicians have a passion for providing high-quality, compassionate care- and we are looking to add motivated and talented professionals to our team!

This position is specific to our Urgent Care team! Weekend hours are a requirement for this position. Full-time and part-time positions available!

Our hours of operation are:

Mon-Fri:

9 AM - 5 PMFri, Sat, Sun (Urgent Care Only):12 PM noon - 12 AM midnightCheck our more about us by clicking here!

Job DescriptionJob duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

QualificationsWe're Looking For:

A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 2+ year professional experience preferred but not requiredPrevious experience in ER or Urgent Care settings preferred but not required.

Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shiftsExcellent client communication and medical record management skillsComprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operationsExpertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniquesProficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimensExperience in radiographic positioning and image captureExperience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoringCommitment to professional ethics and continuous learningAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazardsThe ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional InformationPay Range:

$18/hr+ depending on level of experienceWe offer our staff:

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)Tuition Assistance Program Access to a

CVA/CVT/CVPM

Partnership through Penn Foster Career Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.) Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

•Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/