Veterinary Technician - Credentialed

Veterinary Technician

We are seeking an experienced, highly skilled, enthusiastic RVT or Veterinary Assistant to work our Overnight shift. Come work with an amazing team! Be involved in exciting and different cases! Work with highly skilled doctors and approachable leadership!

Job Responsibilities The applicant should have excellent technical skills, good communication skills, excellent work ethic, be a team player and be a self-starter. Our focus is on quality patient care, exceptional customer service and a supportive team environment! The applicant should be comfortable performing the following:

• Cares for overnight hospitalized patients, performing hourly treatments.
• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.
• Prepares and administers medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently.

Benefits We believe in a positive work/life balance! Full time employment is 4 days a week with 10-hour shifts and a consistent schedule. Paid Time Off is available for full-time employees.

Position includes medical, dental and vision insurance after 30 days of full-time employment and discounted veterinary care after 90 days of employment.

401k savings available to eligible employees.

Pay ranges from $20.00-$29 DOE.

Join our team today!

Vinton Veterinary Hospital