Vet Technician: Surgery Support & Flexible Hours

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits or accounts

Bonus incentive

Flexible work schedules

Career and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Bocage Animal Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians and other technicians in patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, manage inventory, prepare prescriptions, and support surgical procedures.

Qualifications include weekend availability, prior veterinary experience preferred, ability to lift up to 25 pounds, basic math and computer skills, and strong communication for client safety and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on weekends as required.
• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; over 25 pounds with assistance.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, and providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies; help keep public areas clean; maintain equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all client interactions; show compassion and care for patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions and patient plans.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Job description

Bocage Animal Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Veterinary Technician to assist veterinarians and other technicians in patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, manage inventory, prepare prescriptions, and support surgical procedures.

Qualifications include weekend availability, prior veterinary experience preferred, ability to lift up to 25 pounds, basic math and computer skills, and strong communication for client safety and team collaboration.