Veterinary Technician

Island Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time veterinary technician to join our team! We strive to maintain a positive clinic culture and create an enjoyable place to work. The successful candidate will have excellent work ethic and communication skills, work well as part of a team, and desire to provide exceptional customer service. Previous experience as a veterinary assistant or technician is preferred.

• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, obtains basic history and vitals on all patients, provides restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.
• Monitors patient and checks vitals during surgical procedures.
• Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces such as urinalyses and blood counts to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments as needed.
• Fills prescriptions, measures medications, and labels containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to effectively handle and control aggressive animals.
• Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspects of work in a veterinary clinic environment, including euthanasia.
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.
• Must have active listening, critical thinking, complex problem solving, time management, judgement and decision making skills.
• Valid driver.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

Vet Tech 1 year (Required)

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.