Registered Veterinary Technician

Registered Veterinary Technician

Description

Veterinary Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Group is looking for a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you’ll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table.

Who we are

At Veterinary Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Group, you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network. We provide rehabilitation and integrative medicine to dogs and cats in Maryland, DC, Delaware, and Northern Virginia.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Perform recheck appointments
• Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• 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.

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• 1-2 years of clinical experience required
• Veterinary Technician Licensure required
• Ability to perform venipuncture on canines and felines
• Ability to place intravenous catheters in canine and feline patients
• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred

Our ideal candidate:

• Advanced animal handling experience in a veterinary setting
• Able to work successfully as part of a team and autonomously
• Ability to remain composed and focused in stressful and emergency situations
• Flexible about working additional hours when necessary
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds

Benefits

• 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
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.