Veterinary Technician

Abqpetcarehospital; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in Chesterfield, Missouri is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to assist veterinarians during examinations and perform various clinical tasks. The role includes administering medications, preparing animals for surgery, obtaining radiographs, and providing emergency first aid.

In addition to competitive wages, the position offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k with employer match. The hospital is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, ensuring all qualified applicants are considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist the veterinarian during examinations of animals.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments.
• Perform routine oral exams and cleanings on animals.
• Administer anesthesia and monitor patients during procedures.
• Obtain radiographs of animals.
• Care for animals recovering from surgery.
• Perform laboratory tests to diagnose health problems.
• Administer emergency first aid.
• Collect and prepare samples for laboratory testing.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Fill prescriptions and prepare animals for surgery.
• Maintain clean examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians and medical staff.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively. Able to perform a pre-physical including patient’s weight, temperature, reason for visit and brief history.
• Prepares and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine complete oral exam and cleaning on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals’ responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted. Monitors patient during anesthetic procedures according to anesthetic safety guidelines.
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life‑saving procedures.
• Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials. Maintains technical equipment.
• Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.
• Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.
• Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas; maintains the gold cleanliness standard of the hospital throughout the facility.
• Works collaboratively with veterinarians to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently. Works collaboratively with all medical staff to ensure client communication standard is upheld at all times.

Benefits

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Equal Opportunity

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.