Washington Blvd Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Technician or Assistant!Position DetailsRole: Veterinary Technician/AssistantStatus: Full-timeSalary: $20 - $28 per hour (depending on experienceSchedule: Monday-Sunday. Weekends are mandatory. Three shifts 7am-6pm, 8am-7pm and 12pm-11pmBenefits HighlightsFinancial Rewards that Grow with You:Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonusesWellness & Peace of Mind:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discountsProfessional Growth & Recognition:Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowanceLifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate:Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance ProgramUnder the management of the Veterinarian and the Technician Supervisor, the technician will assist in providing quality care to all animals at Washington Blvd Animal Hospital. The technician/tech assistant will coordinate and perform various duties involving patient care and client education.Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Follow digital treatment plans prescribed by DVMSafe and effective patient handling and restraintKnowledge of preventative care and vaccinesCompetency in emergency and surgical care - including IV catheter placementProfessional, compassionate communication with clients and staff.Obtain quality lab samples via venipuncture, cystocentesis, fecal collection, etc.Perform in-hospital laboratory diagnostics including, urinalysis, cytologies, etc.Process lab samples utilizing in-hospital laboratory equipmentUse low stress patient handling techniquesPerform diagnostic radiographsAdminister injections, medications, nursing care as directed by a veterinarianAdminister sedation for minor proceduresAdminister and monitor general anesthesia, if requiredMaintain accurate, complete digital medical recordsMaintain a clean work environment to include following any infectious disease protocols, handling medical/biomedical, and infectious waste appropriatelyYour talent and skill are certainly essential to your success in this role. We’ll love your expertise, passion, eagerness to grow and learn, and ability to work well with a team. Other valuable qualities include:Ability to build rapport with clients, fellow team members, and leadership.Communication skillsValuing teamworkMaintaining a positive, supportive approach at all times.Never stop learning and to never stop sharing knowledge.Patience and kindness, compassion and understanding, especially in challenging situations.Financial BenefitsA flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition Support Program (full-time only)Referral bonus programWellness BenefitsHealth insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)Sick Time / Paid Time OffFree/discounted lab work for all employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount programWorkplace BenefitsQuarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramState license reimbursementVTNE exam fee reimbursementProfessional development opportunitiesContinuing education allowanceUniform allowanceLifestyle BenefitsSix paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount programTake the next step. You miss every chance you don’t take — don’t miss this one. Apply today to join our Veterinary Technician team at Washington Blvd Animal Hospital!Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Washington Blvd Animal Hospital and VetCor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
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Veterinary Technician/Assistant