Certified Veterinary Technician

Mission Veterinary Partners; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking veterinary clinic as a Certified Veterinary Technician! This full-time role offers a chance to provide exceptional patient care and support a dedicated team in a dynamic environment. You'll be responsible for a variety of essential functions, from assisting veterinarians to mentoring support staff. Enjoy a rewarding career where your skills will make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners. With a commitment to continuous learning and a supportive work culture, this opportunity promises both professional growth and personal satisfaction. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of a compassionate team focused on enhancing the quality of life for pets!

Benefits

Discounts for pets

Medical, vision and dental benefits

401k with company match

Continuing education allowance

Yearly scrub allowance

Flexible schedule

Bonus opportunities

Customized learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient in various veterinary skills including surgery, pharmacy, and nursing.
• Ability to handle fast-paced environments and provide patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Mentor team members and maintain clinic operations.
• Record medical information accurately and assist clients.

Skills

Veterinary nursing skills

Laboratory skills

Pharmacy skills

Radiology skills

Surgery skills

Dental skills

Patient care

Client communication

Stress management

Education

Certification in Veterinary Technology

Job description

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Mission Veterinary Partners provided pay range

This range is provided by Mission Veterinary Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Overview

Countryside Veterinary Services of the Fox Valley is seeking a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team!

CountrySide Veterinary Services is committed to remaining at the forefront of veterinary medicine by continually integrating new treatments & procedures to help improve your pet’s longevity and quality of life. Our veterinarians are in close collaboration with both human and veterinary teaching and research facilities throughout the State of Wisconsin to provide integrated programs of patient care and education.

Clinic Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 7 am - 7 pm, Wednesday 7 am - 6 pm, Friday 7 am - 5 pm, Saturday 7 am - 12 pm

Compensation: $20-25/hour

Benefits we offer:

• Discounts for your furry friends!
• Medical, vision and dental benefits package.
• 401k program with company match starting day 1!
• CE allowance including additional PTO to obtain CE.
• A yearly scrub allowance for all employees.
• Flexible schedule with a focus on work-life harmony - You'll get PTO and have the time to use it!
• Bonus opportunities!
• Customized learning and developmental opportunities!

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
• Provide guidance to the support staff to assure that the shift flows well.
• Mentor team members for career advancement and personal development towards goals.
• Provide input to the hospital manager for 360-degree employee performance evaluations.
• Provide patient care under the supervision and direction of a DVM.
• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
• Answer client’s inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures; handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate.

Additional Functions:

• Provide client care for scheduling appointments, taking payments, and checking in clients.
• Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
• Provide feedback and changes to the training program.
• Take part in job shadows or working interviews as necessary.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections.
• Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients.
• Knowledge of the common anesthesia and recovery states and ability to alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.
• Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature and recover a patient from anesthesia.
• The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
• The employee must be confident around pets.

Apply now for immediate consideration!

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Veterinary Services