Emergency Veterinary Technician

Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists is the leading provider of specialty & emergency veterinary services in Arkansas. We offer a culture of care for our clients, patients, and staff. Our team of Specialists, doctors, and staff work together to provide the best quality of life for the patient, the best client experience, and a collaborative work environment. We welcome all qualified candidates looking to promote the advancement of our services, provide superior clinical care, customer service, and be a positive contribution to our culture in service to our clients. We are looking for a bright, motivated, energetic, upbeat experienced veterinary technician to join our growing practice. To become part of our staff you must be diligent, professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. Contribution to a team environment with the goal to provide the best quality of life for the patient and the best client experience is key to success. Duties Obtain vitals of patient and a thorough history from client at presentation Restrain canines and felines safely and humanely for exam, diagnostics, and treatments Venipuncture of Cephalic, Saphenous, and Jugular Perform hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, fecal, coagulation panel, and process laboratory samples for reference lab Radiology techniques and positioning Place and maintain Intravenous Catheters including central lines Place and maintain Urinary Catheters Calculate medication doses, including oral, injectable, and CRI Administer oral, injectable, and CRI medications, including knowledge of drug compatibilities Knowledge of CPR procedures Perform emergency anesthesia, including calculations, monitoring, and recovery Complete medical records in hospital management software Fill prescriptions prior to discharge Review discharge instructions with client Handle client calls and questions, including schedule appointments Work independently and as part of a team Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Shift differentials for overnights and weekends Schedule Three 12-hour shifts per week, we are currently looking for the following shifts: Overnight: 6PM - 6AM Weekend, day shift: 6AM - 6PM (Friday-Sunday or Saturday-Monday) PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr PetVet Care Centers