Certified Veterinary Technician
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
East Valley Animal Clinicis looking for afull or part time Certified Veterinary Technician to join our AAHA accredited 5 doctor practice in the southern suburbs.Our clinic continues to grow after 25 years,and we are now seeing the children of our clients with their pets. We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, PTO forfull time employees, 401K, continuing education, pet care discounts and more. 4-daywork week and every other Saturday. Our staff stays with us- we have staff who have been with us for 15-20 years and we have fun with each other outside of work. Ifyou are and outgoing energetic professional who wants to utilize their skills and have fun with the people,you work with we would love to meet you. Please submit your resume.
New Graduates welcome to apply.
If you are ready to provide compassionate care to our patients, be a part of a team and grow in your profession, we could be the family clinic you're looking for!
POSITION SUMMARY
This position will utilize the skills you have in the areas of anesthesia, dentistry, laboratory,client communication and education every day. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may vary.
WHAT YOU'LL DO (Essential Functions)
Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and FunMaintain medical recordsAssist in exam roomSurgery: Anesthesia, Monitoring anesthesiaDental: radiographs, dental prophylaxisClient educationAnimal HusbandryFront desk responsibilities: Answering phone, checking clients in and out of appointments
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications):
Education
Associate's Degree from a two-year veterinary technology program with accreditation from the American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA).
Professional Licenses/Certifications
Current unexpired licensefrom the Minnesota Veterinary Medical AssociationSuccessful completion of the Veterinary Technician National ExaminationState-recognized veterinary technician certification (CVT, LVT, or RVT) with credential in good standing required
Experience
None
Knowledge, Skills and Ability
Knowledge of veterinary hospital practices and procedures
Strong organizational and time management skills including managing multiple priorities
Ability to handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate, and tactful manner
Basic knowledge of the generic and brand names, common uses, and side effects of drugs utilized in a veterinary practice
Basic knowledge of medical equipment and terminology
Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach
Basic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skills
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
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