Veterinarian Technician
Dublin Veterinary Hospital is looking to add a Veterinary Technician / Receptionist to our staff! We are a local vet office who serve dogs and cats only. We are open Monday – Saturday. Open availability is preferred but not required!
Veterinarian Technician Job Responsibilities:
- Provides compassionate care to patients.
- Conducts examinations and diagnostic procedures.
- Assists during operations.
- Feeds and cares for animals.
- Maintains supplies and equipment.
- Completes laboratory tests and studies and diagnostic imaging.
- Takes vital signs and collects samples.
- Administers medications, drugs, and vaccines.
- Bandages and wraps wounds.
- Supports animal examinations by assembling required supplies and instruments.
- Explains animal status to owners.
- Prepares surgery table instruments.
- Assists in local/regional anesthesia.
- Places catheters and obtains blood as needed.
- Maintains sterile conditions.
- Obtains and verifies medications.
- Cleans animal kennels and equipment
- Maintains safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing operating areas, verifying shelf life of medications, and complying with legal regulations.
- Understands and carries out oral and written directions.
- Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees
Veterinarian Technician Qualifications / Skills:
- Use of medical technologies
- Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by )
- other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods of time; frequently works in a bent position.
- Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feaces.
May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases
Education and Experience Preferences:
- Prior experience working with dogs and cats
- Customer service experience
- High School diploma or Work Authorization required
If you meet some or all of these, we encourage you to apply!
- Health Benefits not included
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $26.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- Customer service: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person