JOB DESCRIPTION
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN/ASSISTANT
REPORTS TO: Practice Owner or Manager
POSITION OVERVIEW
The veterinary technician/assistant is the veterinarian’s primary support. They begin the examination procedure and continue to assist the doctor throughout the examination, diagnosis, and treatment phases. They assist the veterinarian in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work and administrative detail. They have a very significant role in communicating with and educating clients about their pets.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 1 year experience as a veterinary assistant/technician and able to perform: Venipuncture (to obtain samples, place IV catheters) o Surgical prep & monitoring and Radiography
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 18 years old.
- Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when stressed, ill or in pain.
- Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
- Is well-spoken and approaches his/her job duties in a mature nature.
- Can support and be a part of teamwork; works well with all levels of hospital team members.
- Has excellent client communication skills
- Physical Effort: Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals. Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.
- Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
- Can provide compassionate care to patients and clients.
- Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
- Can legibly keep accurate medical records in accordance hospital policy.
Hebron Animal Clinic
- Can prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas.
- Can perform physical assessments; record observations legibly in files or computer.
- Can effectively restrain pets even when large or difficult.
- Knows all common vaccines and vaccination protocols and can explain to clients.
- Understands the importance of a clean and orderly facility, does not hesitate to clean or organize as part of a normal job duty.
- Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.
- Can prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients supporting hospital financial policies.
- Can explain necessary follow-up and homecare instructions.
- Can properly care for all surgical materials and equipment; keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery.
- Can set up clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, ear cytology and fungal cultures; maintains file of lab test results and ensures that test results are recorded in patient records.
- Can effectively position for and take radiographs.
- Understands the use and care of IV pumps.
- Can admit patients following hospital policy and doctors written orders.
- Can discharge patients based on the veterinarian’s orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state.
- Performs other duties as assigned including assisting in other areas.
Hebron Animal Clinic
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person