Licensed Veterinary Technician

Allianceanimalhealth; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k & matching program

Life insurance

HSA & FSA

Paid vacation & sick time

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition assistance

Referral bonus

Job summary

Alliance Animal Health in Kearney, NE is seeking a licensed veterinary technician for a clinical role. You will assist with triage, nursing care, diagnostics, anesthesia, and client communication in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Expect to handle lab work, radiographs, and surgical support while maintaining high standards of patient care and safety. Training and advancement opportunities are available, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Licensed veterinary technician required or VTNE completed.
• Experience with surgical procedures and hospital flow.
• Ability to interpret medical records and client histories accurately.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Restraint and handling of animals; triage and nursing care.
• Analyze lab samples and assist diagnostic imaging.
• Communicate treatment plans with clients and care teams.
• Assist in surgical preparation and anesthesia monitoring.

Skills

Licensed veterinary technician

1+ year experience preferred

Excellent customer service

Strong communication

Safe pet restraint

Feedback receptiveness

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician Certification

Tools

Radiography equipment

Laboratory testing

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

We're looking for:

• A licensed veterinary technician, 1+ year experience preferred but not required We are open to considering recently graduated students as well as those who have recently passed the VTNE with minimal experience.
• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
• Some Saturday morning shift availability
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
• Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
• Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
• Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
• Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
• Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
• Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
• A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one's knowledge and skillset
• Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency

Pay Range : $18/hr. + depending on experience level.

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

*Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/

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