Veterinary Technician (Addison, North Dallas)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Isla Veterinary Boutique Hospital’s Veterinary Technician is primarily responsible for the care of our animal patients. A successful candidate can direct, prioritize, and manage multiple patients simultaneously. Soft skills include working with clients, patients, veterinarians, client experience specialists, and the managing partner.

Aptitude and the ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative, and flexible environment are preferred. Employees who are detail-oriented with a strong dedication to safety and patient care will meet with success. All candidates must be able to clear initial and random background checks, medical, and drug screenings.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The qualified Veterinary Technician will successfully perform the following functions:

• Administering prescribed treatments.
• Running in-house lab samples.
• Performing radiographs.
• Drawing blood from all standard venous access points.
• Placing IV catheters.
• Inducing and monitoring anesthesia.
• Inputting notes and charges into the practice management system.
• Keeping the clinic clean and orderly.
• Cross-trained in basic client experience responsibilities.
• Strong computer skills preferred—working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and various company software programs.
• Spanish-speaking preferred.
• Additional duties as assigned.

SCHEDULE

Job Types: Full-time

• Day Shift
• Ability to work closing shifts, weekends, and holidays (Preferred)

WORKING CONDITIONS

The successful candidate will have the ability to:

• Work and adhere to a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free workplace.
• Wear PPE as required.
• Able to lift 50 pounds on occasion.
• Ability to sit, stand, move over uneven terrain, and climb stairs.
• Able to stand for up to 4 hours at a time and through the majority of an assigned work shift.
• Flexible work schedule with the ability and willingness to work weekends or holidays if assigned.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all information received or learned while working at Isla Veterinary Boutique Hospital.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to meet regular attendance requirements.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT

The successful candidate will:

• Foster a culture of respect.
• Focus on Safety.
• Assist in improving the company’s culture of safe working habits.
• Report any and all safety incidents immediately to management.
• Be alert, look for, and report any unsafe conditions.
• Watch out for and assist with the safety of colleagues and others.
• Focus on the Client. Demonstrate awareness of the importance of client satisfaction.
• Understand client needs and provide instructions to the client as directed.
• Treat clients and fellow employees with courtesy and respect.
• Seek new ways to add value to the Company’s products and services.
• Focus on Quality. Take personal responsibility for producing the highest quality work.
• Consciously avoid waste of company resources.
• Practice continuous improvement and Teamwork.
• Take the initiative to help others and make contributions to the team. Place the success of the team over any personal goals.
• Ask and seek opportunities to assist colleagues.

EDUCATION

A High School diploma is required. College degree or 2-year technical degree preferred.

It is the commitment of Isla Veterinary Boutique Hospital to ensure fair and equal treatment for everyone in our employ. We believe employment, training, and promotion opportunities should be available to all persons without regard to race, age, religion, gender, color, national origin, creed, disability, sexual orientation, or military status. Our selection, training, promotion, and other employment practices are based on job-related qualifications. Our employment solicitations affirm that we are an equal opportunity employer. The Company strives to comply with all laws that regulate employment practices, and we are committed to compliance with Title VII and The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). To this end, we conduct all recruitment in an ethical, professional, and non-discriminatory manner. Those requiring assistance in completing an application form or accommodation to participate in employment interviews, because of disability, will be accommodated to the extent possible and required by the ADA. Efforts are made to provide reasonable accommodations to those who can perform the essential tasks.