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Oxford Animal 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.

$38,188 / year median in Kansas

+27% projected growth

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Job Description

Veterinary Technician Oxford Animal Hospital - 3.2 Overland Park, KS Job Details Full-time $20 - $24 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Surgery assistance Operating room preparation Assisting medical staff Working with individuals in post-surgery recovery Veterinary radiography operation Communication with pet owners Veterinary post-operative care Patient interaction Veterinary surgical instrument assistance Veterinary surgical sterility maintenance Full Job Description Description Veterinary Technician Oxford Animal Hospital Overland Park, KS Full-time Who we are At Oxford Animal Hospital, we offer primary veterinary care, boarding, daycare, and grooming services for dogs and cats in the Overland Park, Olathe, and Leawood areas. Oxford Animal Hospital is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team!
Experience & Skills Requirements:
2 years of continuous veterinary technician/assistant experience preferred Must be able to work some weekends (Saturdays) Comfortable utilizing digital radiography machines to acquire images using proper technique and positioning. Prepare animals and instruments for surgery Provide surgical assistance and post-operative care Desire to practice empathetic, gold standard medicine benefiting our patients Team oriented with an ability to collaborate and support each other Are paw-sitive, kind and provide trustworthy communication to the patients, team members and clients. Have the desire to constantly grow and advance as a veterinary technician!
Role Responsibilities:
Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients. With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments. Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems. Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts. Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs. Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members. You'll Grow With Us Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through: Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - Thrive U Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital Earn your
AVMA-CVTEA
Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians Benefits - our care in action We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual.
Some key benefits include:
Competitive compensation : $20-24/hr-based on experience Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account Pet Perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets' primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet's life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Professional Development
  • Mental Health