Registered Veterinary Technician-Full Time

Registered Veterinary Technician-Full Time 7777 Greenwich Road, Lodi, OH 44254 $15

• $21 an hour
• Full-time $15
• $21 an hour
• Full-time Registered Veterinary Technician Company Summary We are a patient and client-centric, fun-loving veterinary team serving pet owners through patient advocacy and education and are experiencing tremendous growth.

We focus on inspiring shared leadership and passion to drive medical and operational excellence with professional growth and development as a pillar of our team spirit. Come join us! Position Summary The Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant is responsible for carrying out or overseeing patient and client-related duties often delegated by veterinarians. These include advanced nursing care of patients, diagnostic procedures, client education and service and internal team communications. Registered Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants aide veterinarians by increasing efficiency and relieving them of technical work and administrative detail. Education and Experience

• AS or BS in Veterinary Technology/Nursing
• required for RVT position only
• Computer and software skills
• required
• Patient Care Experience in a Practice Setting
• required
• Client Service Experience
• desired Critical Qualities and Behavioral Competencies
• Exhibit Practice Values Through Established Values-Based Behaviors
• Bring Your Best Self Every Day
• Leadership
• Pride and accuracy in execution
• Accountability
• Willingness to Learn
• Eagerness to Teach
• Resilience
• Adaptability
• Confidence in Decision-Making & Problem Solving
• Strength in

Listening & Communication Skills Requirements:

• Must have the ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Must be able to handle stress with a professional demeanor
• Must be flexible in work schedule and accommodate the needs of the practice
• Must have visual functions being those of near vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Must be able to speak clearly and hear well in order to communicate with the veterinary team and clients
• Must have finger dexterity to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard and to operate other equipment Compensation and Benefits
• The opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking company, enriching the lives of pets and pet owners
• The opportunity to learn from industry leaders and specialists
• Generous continuing education program
• Comprehensive Medical program with access to a Health and Wellness Program
• Generous company paid time off Company Quarterly Bonuses
• Functional Duties and Expectations
• Execute job functions with pride and accuracy
• Participate in regular communication with practice leaders to carry out expectations
• Contribute positively to the practice culture through communication and behaviors that align with practice values
• Attend and participate in team meetings
• Attend safety training and adhere to safety standards
• Provide compassionate care to patients by being a patient advocate
• Provide compassionate care to clients by being a client advocate and delivering exceptional service
• Increase the efficiency of the team by proactively preparing medical exam rooms and treatment areas for the specific needs of incoming patients
• Perform physical assessments on patients and communicate findings with veterinarians
• Know preventive care protocols and effectively communicate them with pet owners
• Maintain protocols for and oversee a clean and organized facility
• Maintain a positive relationship and resolve conflict with team members
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarian, as allowed by licensing laws (IV, IM, SC, PO, Topical, Intra-aural)
• Answers client inquiries with confidence
• Can develop client estimates based on veterinarians' recommendations and deliver to clients with confidence and pride
• Calculates medications, understands potential drug interactions and can explain potential side effects to clients
• Assist the veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental procedures; prep patients for surgery, administer anesthesia, monitor anesthesia and recover patients (as allowed by licensing laws)
• Properly care for surgical suite; clean, wrap and autoclave surgical packs; maintain surgical inventories, maintain surgical equipment; maintain cleanliness and sterility
• Administer fluids subcutaneously and IV with the use of infusion pumps (as allowed by licensing laws)
• Obtain and administer blood products to patients
• Obtain patient lab samples (urine, blood, stool)
• Be able to use common medical equipment; anesthetic machines, patient monitoring machines, lab equipment, infusion pumps, x-ray machines, autoclave, etc.
• Perform laboratory diagnostic procedures as directed by veterinarian, including (but not limited to) skin scrapes, cytology, fungal cultures, CBC, chemistry panels and urinalysis
• Effectively position patients and obtain diagnostic radiographs
• Be familiar with common diseases and be able to communicate, educate, and provide recommendations to clients
• Review consent forms with clients and explain risks associated with the procedure the patient will undergo
• Admit patients to the hospital to ensure both client consent and patient comfort
• Discharge patients from the hospital; clearly communicate release instructions and answer client concerns confidently
• Mediate client concerns immediately with compassion and empathy
• Maintain laboratory, radiology, anesthetic, surgery and/or controlled substance logs in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Other duties assigned that make a positive impact on the practice

Job Type:

Full-time and Part time Positions available

Pay:

$15.00

• $21.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Veterinary Experience:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person