Graveyard Veterinary Technician / Assistant

PetVet Care Centers; Turlock (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in veterinary care is seeking a Graveyard Veterinary Technician/ Assistant to provide high-quality medical care in a fast-paced, 24-hour setting. This position involves assisting in emergency procedures and ensuring the well-being of criticially ill animals. Flexibility for night shifts and holidays is required, alongside a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Uniform allowance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Life insurance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• Requires at least 2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Proficient in animal care and restraint techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in emergency and specialty procedures.
• Provide care and support to animals in critical condition.
• Monitor animal patients and report condition changes.

Skills

Animal handling skills

Communication

Customer service

Education

At least 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant

Tools

Veterinary equipment knowledge

Job description

Position Overview:

The Graveyard Veterinary Technician / Assistant position is designed for individuals with a passion for animal care and a strong background in veterinary assistance. This role involves working in a fast-paced, 24-hour multi-specialty practice that provides emergency and specialty care to a diverse range of animal patients. The TVA will be responsible for assisting veterinarians in various procedures and ensuring the well-being of animals in critical care. The position requires flexibility to work overnight, weekends, and holidays, with a focus on delivering high-quality medical care in a supportive environment.

Essential Position Functions:

• Assist veterinarians in emergency and specialty procedures
• Provide care and support to animals in critical condition
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
• Monitor animal patients and report any changes in condition
• Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding care and treatment plans
• Participate in continuing education and training opportunities
  
  

Additional Position Functions:

Assignment to the specialty medical areas listed below may require the following additional job functions:

Emergency

• Assist veterinarians with a variety of emergency procedures and critical care situations.
• Monitor vitals, place catheters and take x-rays.
• Clean wounds and apply casts or bandages.
• Give injections and take blood samples.
• May have to be on call in the intensive care unit.
  
  

Competencies:

• Care and Compassion: Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support.
• Team Orientation: Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals.
• Dependability: Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals.
• Initiative: Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities.
• Flexibility and Multi-Tasking: Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication: Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others.
• Customer Services: Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
• Organization and Attention to Detail: Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents.
• Adherence to Rules and Instructions: Consistently follows standard procedures.
  
  

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a veterinary hospital
• Strong animal handling skills
• Knowledge of animal care and restraint techniques
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  
  

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in emergency veterinary care
• Certification as a Veterinary Technician
• Knowledge of specialized veterinary equipment
  
  

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
  
  

Additional Information:

The list of essential functions and additional functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this position. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a required assignment for the position.

Pay Range

$18.90—$30.80 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.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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