Full Time Licensed Veterinary Technician

Our busy small animal veterinary clinic is seeking a licensed Technician. Must have basic computer literacy skills and be able to handle multiple unrelated tasks simultaneously while working in a busy environment. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work on your feet all day. Must be customer service oriented and friendly. Must be able to administer injections, take vital signs of animals, and properly restrain animals including fractious pets for examination and treatment. Technician must be able to give treatments/medications intravenously, orally, and subcutaneously. Must be able to work well independently and in a group. Upon hiring all employees are subject to a 90 day probationary period during which time employment may be terminated as determined by management.

Duties

Give prescribed medications, assist in performing treatments, diagnostics, and monitoring

Administer fluids, cleaning, feeding, and walking patients as needed

Anesthesia induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery of patients

Perform laboratory tests such as urinalysis, blood counts, cytologies

Obtain and record patient case histories

Collect, prepare, and/or submit requested tests and perform laboratory procedures

Provide specialized nursing care

Prepare animals, instruments, and equipment for surgery to include cleaning and sterilizing

Assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures

Taking X-rays

Stock and maintain medicines and supplies

Preparing invoices, discharging instructions, and client information packs

Give owners update and provide follow up for certain hospital patients.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Veterinary Technician certification (CVT) or to be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

On the job experience preferred

Skills and Knowledge

Know the range of services the practice provides and the species it treats

Use Proper Medical terminology when speaking and writing

Be familiar with infectious diseases, including their prevention and steps to eliminate them

Motivation, Excellent communication skills, willingness to learn, and team-oriented spirit

Working Conditions

Work requires lifting and carrying animals weighing up to 150 pounds (with assistance)

Walks or stands for extended periods of time; frequently works in a bent position

May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, and animal feces

May be exposed to bites, scratches, contagious diseases and animal wastes

Hazards associated with aggressive patients, infected animals, and controlled substances

HOURS ARE MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 7:45 AM TO 5:00 PM (or later, depending on appointment load) Eligible for cost shared health benefits @ 90 days and non cost shared Dental benefits. Three paid days off after 90 days and 5 after one year of employment.

Pay rate is negotiable and will depend on applicant's knowledge/experience.

EMAIL COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO: c.tuthill.ccc@gmail.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Compassionate Companion Care is an equal opportunity employer

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job.