Certified Veterinary Technician

Eastsidevets; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal hospital in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is seeking a certified veterinary technician to join their team. The role involves providing comprehensive animal care, including diagnostics and surgical assistance, in a supportive and progressive environment. Opportunities for continuing education and professional development are available, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to interpret medical records accurately.
• Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collection and analysis of lab samples.
• Surgical preparation and assistance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Animal restraint

Sample collection

Anesthesia monitoring

Education

Certified veterinary technician

Job description

Eastside Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, FAST paced 3-doctorsmall animalgeneral practice located in Northwest Arkansas. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients includingPreventative Care, Laser-assisted Surgery, Dentistry, Laser Therapy, In-House Diagnostics, Digital full body radiology, Ultrasonography, Acupuncture, Medical and/or Vacation Boarding and more.

Eastside Animal Hospital is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The proximity to Interstate 40 and I-49 allows for easy commute to Little Rock, and Fayetteville/Springdale.

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

• A certified veterinary technician, 1+ year experience preferred but not required
• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
• Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
• Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
• Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
• Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
• Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
• Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
• A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset
• Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency
• *We are closed on weekends*

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• 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
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• We are closed on weekends
• 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: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/