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We are a 5‑doctor animal hospital looking for a licensed veterinary technician to add to our amazing team at Gentle Doctor Animal Hospital
. Mentorship available. Part or full‑time positions available. We have great cutting‑edge medical equipment—CO2 surgical laser, K‑Laser cold laser therapy, Abaxis and Idexx in‑house blood chemistry, digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, endoscope, etc.
We are competitive with pay (based on experience and skill set) and offer insurance, retirement plan option, paid vacation, an excellent pet discount, scrub/uniform allowance, CE allowance, and a flexible schedule, as well as a great work environment.
Offering a sign‑on bonus!
Join our team and receive a sign‑on bonus for qualified candidates
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Ideal candidates will possess excellent customer service skills to include the ability to provide service with a smile, be a team player with our great staff, show initiative, and maintain a positive attitude. Experience with Avimark is a plus!
Pay:
From $19.00 - $23.50
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.
Competencies- Care and Compassion:
Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support. - Team Orientation:
Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals. - Dependability:
Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals. - Initiative:
Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities. - Flexibility and Multi‑Tasking:
Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively. - Communication:
Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others. - Customer Services:
Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations. - Organization and Attention to Detail:
Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents. - Adherence to Rules and Instructions:
Consistently follows standard procedures.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Two or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients.
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or the Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred or as required by State.
- May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Knowledge of the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of pets receiving surgery, as well as basic pet nursing.
- Ability to demonstrate and follow correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, emergency medicine, and digital radiology.
- Understand and limit the potential exposure to bites, scratches, and potential injuries.
- Able to restrain patients according to standard procedures.
- Fill prescriptions and monitor sedation procedures as directed by the veterinarian.
- Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
- Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
- Communicate and approach job duties in a professional and mature manner.
- Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends and holidays.
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