At Home Veterinary Care is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician for immediate hire. This is the veterinary equivalent of a nurse and a minimum of 1 year of clinical experience is required, combined with book knowledge, either online or in person. This position is full-time, but part-time hours may be acceptable. Duties will include: assisting the doctor with exams both in the clinic and on housecalls, maintaining and operating laboratory and radiographic equipment, cleaning and sterilizing surgical instruments, drawing blood, placing IV catheters and maintaining IV lines, preparing for, assisting with and monitoring surgeries and laboratory tests including in house CBC/Chemistries, cytology, intestinal parasite, heartworm and feline leukemia testing, correctly filling and labeling prescription medications and necessary recordkeeping. You must be computer literate. Applicants will need a working knowledge of pharmaceuticals, common diseases and their prevention, and treatment, vaccine protocols and animal restraint. An understanding of animal behavior including cats and low stress handling is helpful. Managing inventory, and medical record keeping also required. This is a One Health practice. Dependable transportation and good work habits are a necessity.
Schedules may vary with time and may include weekends and holidays.
This position also requires the following:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; in and out of the hospital
- A willingness to work with a variety of animals in different settings
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Computer competence
Applicants must be reliable, punctual, flexible, customer service oriented and dedicated to providing quality care.
Hourly rate $14.00-$18.00 depending on experience and training. Benefits available over 30 hours/weekly
Typical end time:
Typical start time:
Work Remotely
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Education:
Experience:
- Veterinary Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- Veterinary Technician Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person