Equine Veterinary Technician

Equine Veterinary Technician

Our hospital is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital. The Veterinary Technician is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Technician helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Technical skills will include, but are not limited to: venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration and monitoring, dental prophy, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education. Veterinary Technicians also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
• Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
• Be compassionate/caring
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends
• Can work individually, as well as on a team
• Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction
• Prior experience preferred

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

• Current state licensure in good standing for Veterinary Technician roles
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well-being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws
• Prior Customer Service Experience

*Applicants with veterinary experience that are not Credentialed Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to still apply, we have opportunities for veterinary professionals of all skill levels and we will appropriately assign you to our Senior Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Assistant, or other appropriate roles.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave
• One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Supplemental insurance options
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Scrub allowance
• Hands-on and E-training
• Professional growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students
• Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians

About Piedmont Equine Associates

Piedmont Equine Associates is a full-service, equine-exclusive practice dedicated to providing exemplary patient care in both ambulatory and in-hospital settings. Situated on 26 picturesque acres just off Highway 441 in Madison, Georgia, we are conveniently located south of Athens and east of Atlanta. Our facility offers a variety of turnout options, including small and large paddocks for long-term patients not requiring hospitalization. We provide a comprehensive range of veterinary services, including internal medicine, surgery, lameness, reproduction, dentistry, preventative care, and emergency medicine. Our clinic is equipped with a laboratory, pharmacy, reproduction lab, standing surgery/exam room, surgery suite, and 14 spacious indoor stalls for more intensive care patients. Our veterinarians and staff are committed to delivering professional, compassionate care across all areas of equine medicine. We are passionate about horses and their welfare, and we value the trust our clients place in us to deliver accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans. Apply Now

Our Hiring Process

Stage 2: On-Site Hospital Team Interview Stage 3: Offer Stage 4: Hired Stage 1: Initial Screen

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