About us
Our goal is to uphold a standard of excellence in veterinary care, leveraging our doctor's over 20 years of experience in the field. We are committed to utilizing our expertise in advanced surgical procedures to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. Education is at the forefront of our practice; we strive to empower our clients with knowledge, enabling them to make well-informed decisions about their pet's healthcare. Our focus is exclusively on providing top-tier medical services, as we do not offer kennels, boarding, grooming, or pet accessories. By concentrating solely on healthcare, we ensure that every aspect of our practice is geared towards delivering the highest quality of care and treatment to our patients.
Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians in providing medical care to animals
- Perform routine procedures such as vaccinations, blood draws, and dental cleanings
- Monitor and record vital signs of animals during procedures and treatments
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
- Prepare animals for surgery and assist during surgical procedures
- Take and develop X-rays of animals
- Provide post-operative care and monitor recovery of patients
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the hospital
- Educate pet owners on proper animal care and treatment
Skills:
- X-Ray: Proficiency in taking and developing X-rays for diagnostic purposes
- Dog handling: Ability to handle dogs safely and effectively during examinations, treatments, and procedures
- Pet care: Knowledge of proper pet care practices, including nutrition, grooming, and exercise requirements
- Animal restraint: Skill in safely restraining animals during examinations and procedures
- Animal physiology: Understanding of animal anatomy, physiology, and common medical conditions
- Animal care: Ability to provide compassionate care to animals in a veterinary setting
- Veterinary critical care: Knowledge of emergency veterinary medicine and ability to provide critical care to sick or injured animals
- Aseptic technique: Proficiency in maintaining a sterile environment during surgical procedures
Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification at any time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Healthcare setting:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person