Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician: We can help you build the life & career you want! Here’s how: Robust compensation & benefits package Flexible Scheduling A verifiable commitment to putting pets and our people first You’ll have the resources necessary to provide the best care Cara Veterinary is an established hospital in Washington State. We’re well known for the dedicated care we give our community’s animal family members, and as one of Cara’s 10 member hospitals, we are also recognized as an exceptional place to work. In real world talk, that means clear expectations. Attainable, plentiful growth and advancement opportunities. Acknowledgement and rewards for those who go the extra mile for our clients and their pets. Our Offer: Competitive Salary ranging from $30.00 - $36.00 Medical, vision, & dental insurance with 4 premium insurance policy options Child, spousal, and family insurance options for all medical, dental, and vision insurance options Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (PTO), up to 80 hours in the first 3 years and 120 hours after 3 years + 10 hours for Personal Celebration Day Up to six paid floating holidays per year 401k + 4% employer match Employee pet care discount for up to four personal pets Incentive Bonus Program with potential quarterly earnings of up to $700 Uniform allowance Continuing Education reimbursement up to $750 per year License renewal fee covered Ample job training/educational opportunities Regular reviews and feedback What We’re Looking For: enjoys educating and connecting with people communicates effectively will advocate for patients is licensed and has demonstrable technician and animal handling skills is reliable and trustworthy shows adaptability and resilience Cara Veterinary is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. Special Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Team Member should expect to spend nearly all of their workdays standing, sitting, and typing at a computer. They should have a physical strength and the ability to safely lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Able to assist in lifting patients weighing more than 50 pounds. Must possess sufficient strength and assertiveness to effectively restrain patients and ensure the safety of clients and personnel. Ability to be confident around pets (ex: dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.) The noise level in the work environment is moderately high. Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form and to solve problems involving several variables. Requires ambulatory skills sufficient to perform duties while at hospital. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read information. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Staff is routinely exposed to pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/ controlled substances. Experience, Education and/ or Training 1 year minimum in Licensed Veterinary Technician role required Completion of an accredited veterinary technology program and appropriate registration status with the state the team member is employed in This position requires a high school diploma or further education. Possesses excellent computer skills Previous back and/or front office work experience preferred DISCLAIMER: This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive listing of duties expected of this position. The duties and expectations outlined herein may change at any time. Additionally, it is important to note that the skills listed for each tier are not exhaustive. Individuals are encouraged to develop and expand their skills beyond those explicitly mentioned. #J-18808-Ljbffr