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Elk River Veterinary Care
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.
$38,118 / year median in Tennessee
+33% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking to add the perfect individual to our hard working, goal oriented team. Our goal is to provide the best care to veterinary patients and their owners. We are a small group that accomplishes big goals as a team. We require a positive attitude, compassion, and willingness to be a great team member. We are a small animal and exotics practice with 3 full time doctors currently. We also have added urgent care hours. We are a fast pace but fun group who loves providing the best quality care around! Job duties would include helping clients into exam rooms, taking patient histories, and vitals to aid the veterinarians in their initial assessments. Assistants and technicians may also take patient samples, assist in surgery, take radiographs among other routine veterinary procedures. We see appointments Monday through Saturday and surgeries scheduled two days a week. We offer urgent care hours that are currently until 7pm on week days and 4pm on Saturdays where we see ear infections, urinary tract infections to soft tissue surgery, wound care, GI foreign body surgeries or C sections! Flexible work schedule with 3 or 4-day work weeks typically to promote work life balance. Experience is a plus, but we are also willing to train eager applicants! We are open to learning new ways as well from experienced applicants. Paid time off Holiday pay Clothing allowance 401k/401k match after 12 months Health insurance options after 90 days Disability insurance options after 90 days CE allowance Willingness to assist with education goals Profit sharing Join our growing practice! Come learn, improve, grow and get better with our awesome team!