Registered Veterinary Technician

Company Description

At Glenway Animal Hospital, we are dedicated to delivering the highest standard of veterinary care to every pet! Proudly accredited by the  American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), we are equipped with the latest tools and expertise to offer comprehensive wellness services that address the complete health needs of our clients' pets. While we most frequently see cats and dogs, we also regularly care for a variety of small mammals, including rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, chinchillas, and rats!

We're excited to expand our exceptional medical team and are looking for a passionate RVT to join us. At Glenway Animal Hospital, we believe in empowering our credentialed veterinary technicians to practice medicine to its fullest potential! We encourage a culture of curiosity, continuous learning, and professional growth. To support this, we provide all licensed team members with a complimentary VetFolio account and offer thousands of hours of continuing education opportunities. We also provide plenty of support and training tools for new graduates who are preparing to take the VTNE! Join us and be part of a dynamic team that's as dedicated to learning as we are to caring for pets!

Our hours of operation are:

• Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Saturday: 8:00 am - 12:00 noon (we are not open every Saturday)
• We are closed on Sundays

To learn more about us click here . 

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We're looking for:

• A registered veterinary technician, 1+ years professional experience preferred but not required.
  • We are also interested in bringing on a student actively enrolled in an AVMA accredited program or a new grad that is waiting to take the VTNE!
• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
• Rotating Saturday availability
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
• Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
• Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
• Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
• Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
• Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
• Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
• A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one's knowledge and skillset
• Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit

Employment Type: Full Time