Veterinary Technician - Animal Medical Care

Company Description

Since 1977, Vineyard Veterinary Clinic has been proudly serving pets and families in Edgartown, MA. We're a 3-doctor practice caring for dogs, cats, and exotics, with a unique mix of general practice year-round and urgent care during the busy summer season.

Located on beautiful Martha's Vineyard-just steps from downtown and right on the public transit route-we offer a supportive team environment where doctors and techs share overnight on-call shifts and every day brings variety.
If you're looking to grow your skills, make a difference in the community, and enjoy island life, Vineyard Veterinary Clinic is the place for you!
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.
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.
A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required
Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
Availability to work some weekend shifts
Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus
Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards
The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)
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
Salary: $22 - $26 Hourly