Registered Veterinary Technician

Rogers County Pet Hospital; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Huntington seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician to provide medical care to animals in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to animal welfare, effective communication skills, and proficiency in veterinary procedures. A sign-on bonus is offered, along with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Tuition Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license required.
• 1+ year professional experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and commitment to animal welfare.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, and medication administration.
• Diagnostic imaging, surgical preparation, and veterinary procedures management.
• Communication of treatment plans with clients.

Skills

Communication

Animal Restraint

Preventative Care

Medical Record Management

Anesthesia Administration

Surgical Assistance

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician License

Job description

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.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

** We’re looking for:**

• A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license required , 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Availability to work Saturdays
• Experience with Exotics is a plus!
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

$500 - $1500 Sign-On Bonus Available, Amount Dependent on Relevant Experience

** 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
• Collared polo shirt with hospital logo for uniform provided
• 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, 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/