Veterinary Technician

POSITION SUMMARY: This position will assist the Veterinarian in diagnosing and treating pets in a small practice. This position is responsible for maintaining medical charts, completing preparatory procedures for Veterinarians, and providing general healthcare information to clients. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may vary depending on the location. WHAT YOU’LL DO (Essential Functions): • Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service,and Fun • Provide professional, efficient, quality medical care and exceptional service to clients whilemaintaining maximum productivity • Obtain patient medical history from the client and referring veterinarians as needed • Perform initial evaluation of pet’s condition, collect information from client, observe pet’sbehavior, and checks vital statistics • Complete preparatory procedures and assist the Veterinarian throughout the rest of theexamination, diagnosis, procedures, and treatment phases • Restrain pets during exams as needed • Create and maintain patient medical records and documentation • Obtain and prepare various samples including blood, urine, and fecal samples for diagnostic testing. • Perform laboratory tests on samples and update the patient’s medicalchart • Educate clients about pet health needs, nutrition, and preventative care • Perform X-rays and provide results to the Veterinarian • Fill prescriptions under the direction of a Veterinarian • Administer injections, vaccines, and medication with supervision and under the direction of a Veterinarian • Perform dental prophylaxis, venipunctures, catheterization, and other procedures under supervision of a Veterinarian • Prepare patient, medications, and equipment for surgery • Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensuresthe delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care to pets • Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum standards ofcare • Perform other duties or projects as requested WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications): Education: • Associate’s Degree from a two-year veterinary technology program with accreditation fromthe American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA). Professional Licenses/Certifications: • Licensing requirements for Veterinary Technicians vary by state • Successful completion of the Veterinary Technician National Examination (administered by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) when required by the state) • State-recognized veterinary technician certification (CVT, LVT, or RVT) with credential in good standing required Experience: • None Knowledge, Skills and Ability: • Knowledge of veterinary hospital practices and procedures • Strong organizational and time management skills including managing multiple priorities • Ability to handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion • Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy • Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and tactful manner • Basic knowledge of the generic and brand names, common uses, and side effects of drugsutilized in a veterinary practice • Basic knowledge of medical equipment and terminology • Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word,Excel, and Practice Management software (PIMS) • Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer- oriented approach • Basic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. The team member must frequently use a computer for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities are required to dothis job including close vision. This position requires walking and/or standing for long periods of time, bending,…