Veterinary Technician

Belrea Institute of Animal Technology; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal technology institute in Chester County seeks enthusiastic individuals for Veterinary Technician roles. Successful candidates will gain hands-on experience providing care to large animals at a top veterinary teaching center, receiving education alongside skilled professionals. Opportunities for mentorship and career growth are available.

Benefits

Sign-on incentive of $1000

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited veterinary technician program or relevant Bachelor's degree.
• Strong interest in vet school or veterinary technician certification.
• 0-1 years large animal handling preferred for Vet Tech A; 1-3 years experience for Vet Tech B.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to emergency and in-house patients.
• Share rounds with incoming shift and perform patient admissions/discharges.
• Assist in teaching veterinary students and maintain patient records.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Accredited veterinary technician program

Bachelors in Biology, Animal Science, or Equine Studies

Job description

New Bolton Center is also offering a unique experience that is ideal for, but not restricted to, individuals strongly considering veterinary school or enrolled in a veterinary technician program. The ideal applicant is looking for an immersive large animal experience at a top veterinary teaching institution. This individual will work alongside members of the New Bolton Center nursing and clinical care teams to provide basic patient care, handling, and animal husbandry duties. All required skills will be taught. They will perform treatments on patients under direction of Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVT) including but not limited to: patient monitoring through use of physical examination, administration of medications (oral/intramuscular/intracatheter), administration of ocular medications through a subpalpebral lavage system, preparation of patient medications, milking mares and feeding neonates, and preparing IV fluids for patients. Educational opportunities will be available, working closely with veterinarians and veterinary nurses. This individual will rotate through all treatment shifts including 6:30a-3p, 2:30p-12:30p, and 9p-7:30a.

Job Responsibilities

Provide nursing care to emergency and in-house patients, and share rounds with the incoming shift. Perform all admissions and discharges for animals under their care.

Assist in teaching both veterinary and veterinary technician students. Submit comprehensive student evaluations for Harcum students to the rotation supervisor in a timely manner.

Communicate patient needs with clinicians and colleagues.

Assist with research projects.

Place patient charges in EMR on a daily basis and maintain patient medical records.

Escort clients to their animal for visitation.

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

This position is eligible for a sign-on incentive of $1000. Please contact Sally Tunstall at [e-mail] for further details regarding the sign-on incentive.

Qualifications for Vet Tech A:

Enrolled in an accredited veterinary technician program or a Bachelors degree in Biology, Animal Science, or Equine Studies
Strong interest in applying to vet school or becoming a certified veterinary technician.
0-1 years of large animal handling experience preferred but not required.
Ability to perform strenuous work and tolerate exposure to weather, chemicals and allergens required.
Ability to work independently.

Qualifications for Vet Tech B

Must be a credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, LVT, RVT or equivalent). Good organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively required. Must have excellent communication skills both orally and written. Horse handling skills are preferred but not required. Must be able to work well with others. Computer skills required. 1-3 years of experience required