Certified Veterinary Technician

Benton Veterinary Hospital; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid vacation

CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Referral bonus

Job summary

Benton Veterinary Hospital in Benton, Arkansas is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced, three-doctor practice. You will assist with anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, labs, and nursing care for medical and hospitalized patients.

We value client communication, teamwork, and continuing education, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license.
• 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required.
• Punctuality and reliability in adherence to shifts.
• Availability to work some Saturdays.
• Excellent client communication and medical record management.
• Knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations.
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques.
• Proficiency in sample collection methods including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens.
• Experience in radiographic positioning and imaging; dental radiography 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 hazards.

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals and triage incoming patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples and assist with diagnostics.
• Manage nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases.
• Assist in surgical preparation and anesthesia management.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients.
• Operate diagnostic imaging and maintain radiographs.
• Uphold safety, ethics, and infection control standards.

Skills

Certified Veterinary Technician

Client communication

Medical record management

Radiographic positioning

Anesthesia administration

Surgical monitoring

Animal restraint techniques

Lab sample collection

Hospital operations

Continuing education

Job description

Company Description

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.

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

To learn more about us, go to: https://bentonvethospital.com/

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 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

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 pre-employment screening.

• 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: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/