Certified Veterinary Technician

Benton Veterinary Hospital; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Benton Veterinary Hospital, a progressive small animal practice in Benton, AR, is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician. You will provide high-quality care to pets, assist in surgeries, and engage in client communication. We offer comprehensive benefits and a $1,500 sign-on bonus, making this an exciting opportunity for a dedicated veterinary professional.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, etc.)

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required.
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Triage of incoming patients and management of hospitalized cases.
• Collection and analysis of lab samples.
• Assistance in surgeries and administration of medications.

Skills

Animal restraint

Client communication

Diagnostic imaging

Surgical preparation

Anesthetic management

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician license

Job description

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Company Description

• $1,500 sign-on bonus now available!**
  
  

Benton Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast paced three doctor general small animal practice located in Benton, Arkansas. The experienced staff at our hospital are ready to provide pets with cutting edge veterinary medical care. From wellness exams to complex surgical procedures, all pets receive high quality care at our hospital.

We are committed to educating our clients in how to keep your pets healthy year round, with good nutrition and exercise. Benton Veterinary Hospital stays on top of the latest advances in veterinarian technology and above all, remembers that all animals and pets need to be treated with loving care in every check-up, procedure, or surgery!

Our Hours Of Operation Are

• Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 6:00pm
• Sat: 8:00 am - 12:00pm
• (1st and 3rd Saturday only)
• We are closed on Sundays
  

Job Description

To learn more about us, go to:

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 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 Saturdays
• 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
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• 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.

Additional Information

• $1,500 sign-on bonus now available!**
  
  

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 Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• 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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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