Certified Veterinary Technician

Golden State Humane Society; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal facility in Wauwatosa is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician. This role involves providing medical care, leading support staff, and ensuring excellent client communication. Join a supportive team that values mentorship and career growth in a dynamic environment. Competitive hourly compensation and various benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience

Medical benefits package

401k with match

Scrub allowance

Pet discounts

Wellness programs

Flexible schedule

Customized learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ years of Veterinary industry experience required.
• Knowledge of anesthesia and recovery.
• Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the supervision of a DVM.
• Mentor team members for career advancement.
• Maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care

Client Communication

Stress Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

State Department of Regulation Licensing

Job description

Overview

Mayfair Animal Hospital & ER is looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team!

Location: 11637 W. North Ave. Wauwatosa, WI 53226

Compensation: $22-25/hour

Hospital hours:

Monday-Sunday 10am-10pm.

Schedule: Three 12 hour shifts/week, every other full weekend and select holidays required.

Join a fun work environment with mentorship and learning available!

We are open 7 days a week, 10am-10pm, serving the greater Wauwatosa, WI community. In addition to being an emergency clinic, we also perform routine and preventative care. Our primary care services include, but not limited to: routine wellness exams, vaccines, flea/tick/heartworm prevention plans, weight management, certificates of veterinary inspection for travel, dental care with cleanings, and elective surgeries.

Our veterinarians aim to practice high quality medicine and have the tools to provide gold standard care. With in-house laboratory, ultrasound, computed tomography, digital radiography (including digital dental), two surgical suites (one for soft-tissue and one for orthopedics), an oxygen support cage, and a spacious treatment area - we are prepared to care for all of your pet needs.

Benefits we offer:

• Competitive compensation based on experience and credentials.
• Bonus opportunities
• Medical Benefits package, vacation, 401k (match), scrub allowance, pet discounts & wellness programs.
• Flexible schedule with a focus on culture, wellness & balance.
• Customized learning and developmental opportunities!

Apply now for immediate consideration!

Job Summary:The Certified Veterinary Technician provides leadership and training to the medical support staff in the operation of a small animal facility in accordance with hospital policy and procedures and provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act. The Certified Veterinary Technician will be able to communicate effectively with team members and clients and have great attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this job but are not intended to be all inclusive. The essential functions include the most significant tasks and are the essence of why the role exists; removing an essential duty would fundamentally alter the role.

• 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.
• Maintain excellent client communication.
• 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 jobs 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.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• State Department of Regulation Licensing required.
• 1+ Years of Veterinary industry experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and over 50 pounds with a coworker.
• The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
• The employee must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
• The employee must possess the ability to hear verbal instructions, client discourse and veterinary patients. The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

Travel required: Minimal travel required, possibly for vendor visits and associate education.

Reasonable Accommodations

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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.