Registered Veterinary Technician

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Overview

Overview

Animal Kingdom Veterinary Care Center is seeking a

Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team!

Location:

620 Liberty Way

North Liberty, Iowa 52317

United States

Clinic Hours

M-F 8am-5:30pm

Sat 8am-12pm

Sun Closed

Compensation

$22-25/hr

We are searching for a Registered Technician to Enhance our Patient Care Team!

This is an opportunity for a Registered Technician to become a part of a progressive clinic
- Be a part of a clinic where Registered Technicians are respected & utlized to the height of their licensure!



The Role

A Full-Time Registered Veterinary Technician

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your skills make a real difference?

Are you a Credentialed Veterinary Technician passionate about animal health and empowered to use your knowledge?

We are looking for individuals who will exhibit the passion for our mission of providing exceptional medical care to our patients and excellent customer service to our clients.

Your daily responsibilities will include patient handling and care, client communication and education, surgical monitoring and procedures, laboratory and in-house diagnostic procedures, and hospital cleanliness. We ensure each member of our support team is equipped with the tools and training that they need to operate effectively in every area of the hospital



What We Offer

• A collaborative environment that empowers credentialed veterinary technicians to perform a wide range of tasks within their scope of practice.
• Opportunity to utilize your skills in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere.
• Direct impact on animal well-being through comprehensive medical care and compassionate interaction.

• Base 80 Hours PTO for all CVT's!
• Customized learning and development opportunities
• 24 Additional HRS of CE PTO
• $500 to help you attend your favorite conferences
• FSA and HSA options available
• 401K starting on day 1
  - Company 4% match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance for you & your family
• Discounts for your pets
• Annual scrub allowance

• Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
• Provide guidance to the support staff to assure that the shift flows well.
• Mentor team members for career advancement and personal development towards goals.
• Provide input to the hospital manager for 360-degree employee performance evaluations.
• Provide patient care under the supervision and direction of a DVM.
• Maintain excellent client communication.
• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
• Answer client’s inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures; handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate.

• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections.
• Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients.
• Knowledge of the common anesthesia and recovery states and ability to alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.
• Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature and recover a patient from anesthesia.
• The employee must have…