* Perform in-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for outside labs
* Take and develop radiographs following proper radiographic safety techniques
* Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by providing client education, restraining animals, preparing vaccinations and medications
* Provide nursing care for in-hospital patients
* Perform client callbacks and update medical records
* Educate clients about medication instructions and administration
* Collect and prepare samples including but not limited to drawing blood, collecting urine and stool
* Report diagnostic testing results to veterinarians
* Maintain quality controls and record keeping on in-house lab equipment
* Perform treatments on hospitalized or boarding patients as directed by a doctor including but not limited to IV fluids, administering IV, IM, SQ and oral medications and applying bandages
* Provide medical grooming and trim nails
* Assist with euthanasia procedures
* Make histopathology slides; air dry or heat fix and stain; evaluate as required
* Keep surgical and treatment materials stocked
* Check oxygen lines and waste gas scavenger system; turn off scavenger system after surgical procedures are completed
* Prepare surgery suite for surgery
* Prepare instruments; know type of surgical instruments required for specific surgeries
* Follow sterile techniques for preparing surgical suite and instruments for surgery
* Calculate dosage and draw up pre-anesthetic as well as anesthetic drugs
* Assist or perform veterinarians with induction/intubation of patients
* Prepare patient for surgery
* Monitor patients closely while under anesthesia and in recovery and complete anesthesia record
* Assist doctor in performing surgery if needed
* Perform laser therapy
* Clean surgery suite and surgical instruments after each procedure following hospital sterilization protocols
* Keep accurate anesthesia/surgical medical records
* Ensure hospital patients go home well groomed and in an appropriate medical state
* Clean, scale and polish teeth using appropriate dental instruments and report dental disease to the doctor
* Assist doctor in performing oral extractions or other dental procedures
* Complete dental report cards and complete SOAP in patient’s record, and charges on travel sheet
* Take and process dental radiographs
* Create estimates/treatment plans
* Maintain cleanliness of surgery suite, treatment area and exams rooms
* Maintain all lab test kits and reagents under proper conditions
* Maintain microscopes, in-house lab equipment, anesthesia machines and other equipment.
Notify office manager or doctor if something is broken or in need of professional repair.
* Care for boarding and hospitalized animals.
* Give baths according to hospital procedures
* Clean and disinfect cages, runs and yard as needed, following kennel policy and procedures.
* Keep yard picked up and free from trash and stool
*Educational Requirements:*
* High school diploma or equivalent
* State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician
*Physical Obligations:*
* Able to lift up to 50 pounds
* Endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods
* Able to type information into the computer
* Able to work in noisy work conditions
* Able to restrain animals
If you are passionate about animal care and have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications for this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 42 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Continuing education credits
* Employee discount
* License reimbursement
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Uniform allowance
Healthcare setting:
* Clinic
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* Rotating weekends
License/Certification:
* Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
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