Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Mohawkalleyanimalhospital; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly-regarded veterinary hospital seeks a dedicated veterinary technician who excels in communication and customer service skills. The ideal candidate will work with a range of medical procedures and be integral to the care of animal patients while maintaining a high standard of service.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience is preferred.
• Ability to think on your feet in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with various medical procedures.
• Manage patient intake and triage incoming animals.
• Administer medications and maintain medical records.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Animal handling

Job description

Have you been looking to begin or advance your veterinary career? Do you have strong customer service and communication skills? Are you interested in providing the very best care for our animal companions? Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day? Mohawk Alley Animal Hospital may be the place for you.

About us:

Mohawk Alley Animal Hospital is an established 5 doctor small animal practice located in the heart of Echo Park in Los Angeles, California. We are a state-of-the-art paperless practice, and we provide a full range of general practice services for dogs and cats, including physical exams, surgery, dental work, laboratory and digital x-ray. Our aim is to utilize our knowledge, compassion, and abilities to serve our community. We offer a uniquely high standard of care to our patients and support for our clients from a team approach. Each one of our staff members play a vital role in patient health. As such, we focus on training and further education to provide a positive work environment for growth and thus the best possible care for our patients and clients.

About You:

We are looking for candidates that are willing to join us in providing the highest quality standard of care to our patients, our clients, and to each other. In this position you will work closely with our doctors, other technicians, and clients to facilitate seamless and exceptional experiences.

Ideal candidates should be able to handle fast paced, think-on-your-feet work. Ability to stand and walk for long hours as well as lift 50 pounds. Animal handling or previous veterinary experience is preferred. Strong communication skills, computer skills, customer service skills and attention to detail is a must.

Essential job functions:

• Ability to practice safe handling of all types of chemicals, equipment, and pets
• Identify and apply proper safety measures for restraint
• Work with Veterinarians and Doctors’ Assistants to create invoices and estimates
• Triage incoming patients
• Administer medications SQ, IM and IV
• Drug calculations
• Maintain and use laboratory and medical equipment (laboratory equipment, monitors and autoclave, etc.)
• Run in-house laboratory samples
• Prepare samples for outside laboratory analysis
• Perform venous catheterization
• Restraint for a variety of patients, including fractious animals
• Proper restraint for various procedures
• Knowledge of triage and vital derangement
• Initiate emergency procedures when necessary
• IV catheter placement on both feline/canine patients
• Monitor sedation and anesthesia
• Perform radiographs (including dental radiographs)
• Perform dental cleanings
• Complete ear cleanings, nail trims and anal gland expressions
• Dispense and fill prescribed medications; discuss dosing instructions and side effects with clients
• Medical record documentation
• Bandaging various areas of a patient
• Controlled drug duties (key holder, administer and RX)
• Intubation, extubation and recovery from anesthesia or sedation
• Handle telephone calls when necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

Office skills:

• Ability to understand and use a Windows based computer system
• Ability to type and spell accurately
• Operate a copy/fax machine, credit card/debit machine, and email system

Operational skills:

• Basic math skills
• Reading comprehension
• Multi-task in a busy environment
• Organizational skills that maximize efficiency
• Knowledge of where inventory items are stored and where back up items are located
• Attention to detail, observant

Interpersonal skills:

• Communicate with clients and coworkers in a professional manner, providing the pertinent information to the correct individual
• Dependable, responsible and punctual
• Active listening: giving full attention to details and demonstrating the message was understood
• Active learning: understand the implications of new information and skills
• Accountability
• Critical thinking and problem solving (with guidance)
• Motivation to learn new skills and take on new challenges
• Professionalism
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Multitasking and prioritizing tasks
• Create and cultivate a learning environment for TA’s and DA’s

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.: frequently
• Must be able to push or pull up to 100 lbs.: occasionally
• Sit or stand for a procedure: frequently
• Walk: constantly
• Bend, squat or kneel: constantly

Pay Range

$23—$30 USD

PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.

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