Fear-Free Vet Technician - Exotic Animal Care - Full-Time

Hillside Pet Clinic; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Continuing education credits

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A veterinary clinic is seeking a Veterinary Technician in Anchorage, Alaska. The successful candidate will provide fear-free care to various animal species including exotic pets. Responsibilities include anesthesia, surgical assisting, and general patient care. Full-time positions offer flexible scheduling options. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and continuing education. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Desire to learn and ability to work as part of a team.
• Physical stamina to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Special interest in dental and/or exotic animal care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide fear-free care to various animals.
• Perform anesthesia and surgical assisting tasks.
• Administer general patient care and client education.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong communication skills

Compassion for patient care

Proficiency in anesthesia

Proficiency in surgical assistance

Proficiency in IV catheter placement

Proficiency in radiology

Education

Relevant veterinary technician training or degree

Job description

Is clinic culture and quality patient care important to you?

Do you enjoy working with exotics?

We at Hillside Pet Clinic want you!

We are searching for a Veterinary Technician to join our staff. We are an AAHA accredited, eight doctor, small animal practice. Here at Hillside, our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for the Fear Free care and treatment of dogs, cats, avian, reptiles and other exotic patients. The ideal candidate will be proficient in all areas of anesthesia, surgical assisting, IV catheter placement, lab specimen collection and processing, radiology, dental prophylaxis, general patient care and client education. We see a large amount of dental and exotic referral cases, so a special interest in one or both areas is a plus. New grads are encouraged to apply!

This position requires a self-motivated, highly organized individual with strong communication skills. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a desire to learn and the ability to work as an integral member of a team in a fast paced environment. Friendliness, eagerness to help and a strong sense of compassion for patient care is crucial for success in this position. Physical requirements may include being able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

We are open Monday - Friday, 7:00am-6pm and Saturdays 8am-3pm. We have a full time position available, either 4x10 hour or 5x8 hour days are an option, with rotating Saturdays. Part time may also be an option for the right candidate. Our doctors and technicians love teaching and helping others develop new skills, so new graduates are encouraged to apply! We offer a competitive hourly wage and great benefits for full time employees including: health insurance, paid vacation, holidays, CE, licensing and membership dues, 401k, uniform allowance and generous pet discounts.

Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits for full time:

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Signing bonus

Schedule:

8 hour shift / 10 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

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If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.