ER/ICU Veterinary Technician/Assistant - Swing Shift 11a-11p

Vets Pets; Sims (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital is seeking an ER/ICU Veterinary Technician/Assistant for the swing shift to provide care for animals in a critical care environment. The role includes responsibilities such as performing diagnostic tests, assisting in surgical procedures, and providing excellent client communication. Candidates should have experience in veterinary settings and a strong commitment to animal welfare.

Benefits

Tuition assistance

Medical plans with prescription drug benefits

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) Savings Plan with employer match

Paid time off / holidays

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance

Health Savings Account

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience triaging, taking vital signs, and assisting in surgeries.
• Ability to lift patients up to 40lbs.
• Experience providing customer service in a veterinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform client communication and basic patient assessments.
• Assist with surgical procedures and monitor patients.
• Perform diagnostic testing and give injections.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Teamwork

Technical Skills

Professionalism

Education

One year of veterinary experience as an assistant or technician

Job description

ER/ICU Veterinary Technician/Assistant - Swing Shift 11a-11p

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Description

Description

At Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital, we care deeply about our team and the animals in our care. Working at a veterinary hospital can be a rewarding and fulfilling career choice for individuals who are passionate about animal care and want to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners.

At Points East you will have the opportunity to gain experience treating a range of conditions in canine and feline patients. You will contribute to the overall health and well-being of animals in your community and work with a team who shares your passion. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow as a professional.

Duties

• Client communication
• Triaging patients including basic injury/illness assessment, gathering patient information, and taking vital signs.
• Performing diagnostic testing including radiographs and lab work
• Assisting with surgical procedures and patient monitoring
• Assisting in taking radiographs
• Giving IV & IM injections
• Dispensing controlled drugs
• Placing IV catheters and maintaining feeding tubes and urinary catheters
• Monitor Surgical procedures.
• Lab Diagnostics
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, and unpleasant odors.
• Ability to always communicate professionally and effectively and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.
• Ability to provide high quality customer service.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to work effectively with computers and electronics.
  
  

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift patients up to 40lbs throughout the workday with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to frequently lift, walk, bend, twist, reach, push and squat
  
  

Education And Experience

• At least one year of veterinary experience as an assistant or technician preferred.
  
  

Perks And Benefits Include

• Tuition assistance
• A choice between two medical plans with prescription drug benefits
• Dental and vision coverage available
• 401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vesting
• Life insurance for yourself, spouse and eligible dependents available
• Paid time off / holidays
• Health Savings Account available
• Short term disability available
• Supplemental critical illness and accident plans available
• Uniform allowance
• Continuing education allowance for credentialed technicians
• Employee assistance program
  
  

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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