Licensed Veterinary Technician or Vet Tech

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Veterinary Technician

Reports To: Practice Manager

Summary: Will perform a variety of animal health care duties and assist veterinarians by performing duties.

Benefits:

Sign on retention bonus in 6 month of employment 

Monthly Gas Stipend

Uniform Allowance 

Employer Sponsored Healthcare 

401k fund with annual match 

Continuing education credit annually 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things; Approaches others in a tactful manner; Accepts responsibility for own actions:  Follows instructions, responds to management direction.

Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Treats people with respect; Upholds organizational values. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.