Registered Veterinary Technician

Allianceanimalhealth; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k matching

Life insurance

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Alliance Animal Health in Huntington, WV seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician with at least 1 year of experience. You will perform restraint, triage, lab work, imaging, medical/nursing care, medication administration, and client communication. Opportunities for hands-on training and ongoing development are available.

You will contribute to surgical prep and anesthesia, hospital flow, and maintain safety with patients and staff in a fast-paced environment. Weekend availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with 1+ year experience required.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to arrive on-time and be ready to work.
• Some Saturday availability.
• Exceptional customer service and precise communication of treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collection and analysis of lab samples; diagnostic imaging.
• Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases.

Skills

RVT

1+ year experience

Strong work ethic

Punctual

Customer service

Medical records interpretation

Preventative care knowledge

Surgical procedures knowledge

Animal restraint

Radiographs

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Lab sample collection

Education

RV T Certification

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 Registered Veterinary Technician, 1+ year experience required


• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member


• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work


• Some Saturday 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

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 pre-employment screening

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/