Overnight Veterinary Technician

Allianceanimalhealth; Wilder (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental

401k & matching

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Paid Bereavement

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Referral Bonus

Personal Pet Discounts

Holiday Pay

Uniform Allowance

Bonuses

Job summary

Alliance Animal Health in Wilder, KY seeks an overnight veterinary technician from 10 pm to 10 am to join our team. Responsibilities include restraint, triage, lab work, imaging, nursing care, medication administration, surgical prep, and anesthesia monitoring, with emphasis on safe handling of patients.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of professional experience; a licensed tech is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of professional experience preferred.
• Licensed or registered veterinary technician is preferred but not required.
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work.
• Weekend availability.
• Excellent customer service and precise communication.
• Able to interpret medical records and client history.
• Knowledge of preventative care, surgical procedures and hospital flow.
• Ability to restrain pets safely and in a low-stress manner.
• Proficient in collecting blood, urine, fecal and skin samples.
• Proficient in processing laboratory tests and radiographs.

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals and assist in triage of incoming patients.
• Collect and analyze lab samples and perform related tests.
• Capture radiographs and assist with dental radiographs.
• Provide nursing care and monitor hospitalized patients.
• Administer medications and monitor treatments.
• Assist in surgical preparation and anesthesia management.
• Communicate treatment plans clearly to clients and maintain records.

Skills

Animal restraint

Lab sample collection

Diagnostic imaging

Nursing care

Medication administration

Surgical prep

Anesthesia monitoring

Communication with clients

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (preferred)

Tools

Radiography equipment

Laboratory equipment

Anesthesia monitoring equipment

Job description

This is for an overnight position. Shift hours are 10 pm - 10 am

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 minimum of 1-year professional experience preferred A registered or licensed technician is preferred, but not required
• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
• Weekend 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

This is for an overnight position. Shift hours are 10 pm - 10 am

Pay Range : $20 - $25/hr depending on experience level; shift differential available.

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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• 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 background check.

*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/ #SS3