Veterinary Technician​/Assistant

Job Description

The veterinary technician/Assistant position at the JRAH is a crucial position in the organization. The veterinary technician/assistant does all of the tedious but important work for the Doctors in the exam area in the hospital. The veterinary technician/assistant position requires a pleasant and cheerful personality due to the enormous contact with clients. This position also requires a great deal of attention to detail in cleanliness and sterilization in the hospital and thorough knowledge of basic animal care, obedience, and preventative care.

This position collects all of the necessary information for the Doctors regarding the patient. Veterinary technicians/assistant also assist the Doctors in the exam rooms, process some lab work, and take basic care of all hospitalized patients in the hospital ward. The following is a list of general job duties and responsibilities. This list is a small portion of the responsibilities and is not considered to be all-inclusive.

Receiving/discharging clients

Communicates necessary information to Doctors

Completes patient file notes

Answers questions about care and prevention

Animal nail trimming

Handing out new puppy and kitten packets

Filling prescriptions

Drawing blood

Processing lab work

Assisting Doctors and Veterinary Technicians

Some heavy lifting

Cleaning up after animals, floors, cages, runs, bathing

Feeding and watering animals

Giving medications

Monitor anesthesia

Perform dental procedures

Inserts tracheal tubes

Additional responsibilities and projects will be added

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all.

At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

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.