Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician – Elmwood Park, NJ We are looking for a full-time and/or part-time Veterinary Technician. We use our assistants and technicians to their full potential and training is provided to increase technical skills. All positions come with growth opportunities – whether you are seeking skill development to advance your career or to build additional capacity to better serve your community, we custom tailor plans for each Team Member’s career journey. Duties and Responsibilities Checks patient medical records for past histories, enters treatments and charges in computer. Restrains animals for the Veterinarian as required. Maintains client educational material in an efficient manner. Applies knowledge of drawing blood, accessing veins quickly and minimizing patient discomfort to perform testing procedures. Performs specimen testing procedures accurately on blood, urine, or other samples according to medical orders using all related equipment and computers. Assists Veterinarian with in-patient care in daily treatments, including maintaining and calculating IV fluids to assure they are still flowing; draws blood samples as requested and passes urethral catheters. Performs anesthesia induction and monitoring. Dispenses medication and feeds patients as directed. Communicates with patients’ owners by describing medication, possible complications and warnings. Utilizes the computer system to enter and reference patient information as needed. Performs necessary lab work such as x-rays, CBCs, blood profiles, urinalysis, heartworm tests, FELV/FIV tests, fecal tests, cultures, sensitivities, and fungus cultures. Documents test results and delivers them to appropriate personnel promptly. Prepares specimens for mailing to hospitals according to practice requirements. Assures all materials are in exam rooms for doctors such as otoscopes and nail clippers. Schedules and/or performs routine maintenance of testing equipment. Maintains cleanliness of exam room at all times. Sets laboratory standards, changes operations, and provides training to staff as required. Assists in animal care as needed. Handles all tasks associated with the x‑ray process, including entry of patient information, proper positioning of animals, and preparing forms to be e‑mailed or referred as needed. Takes medical histories and vital signs of patients. Performs departmental housekeeping duties. Admits and discharges patients. Takes, processes, and logs prescription refills in-house, call‑out pharmacy, and online pharmacy. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stoop, bend, and stand on feet for long periods. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The technician must be able to multi‑task, think quickly, and develop positive working relationships with clients and co‑workers. Skills The technician must have skills and knowledge on how to perform dental cleanings, chart teeth abnormalities, anesthesia induction and monitoring, surgical preparation, intravenous catheter placement, vaccination administration, venipuncture, in‑house lab work, and filling prescriptions. New Team Members must work well with others as well as independently, take initiative, and thrive in a busy work environment. Education & Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to two years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Benefits Competitive base pay plus revenue share bonus program! Best‑in‑class medical, vision, and dental insurance. Short‑term and long‑term disability. Life insurance. 401(k) with matching. Paid time off. Free continuing education. Mental health support. And more! #J-18808-Ljbffr