Veterinary Technician

PetVet Care Centers; Mississippi; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary service provider in Arkansas seeks an experienced veterinary technician for night shifts and weekends. The role involves patient care, including administering medications, performing diagnostics, and maintaining medical records. Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing superior care and client service.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Shift differentials for overnights and weekends

Qualifications

• Experienced veterinary technician required for night shifts and weekends.
• Must be knowledgeable and compassionate.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals and history from clients.
• Perform venipuncture and administer medications.
• Complete medical records and handle client communications.

Skills

Compassionate

Knowledge of CPR procedures

Professional

Diligent

Teamwork

Tools

Hospital management software

Job description

Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists is the leading provider of specialty & emergency veterinary services in Arkansas. We welcome all qualified candidates looking to promote the advancement of our services, provide superior clinical care, customer service and be a positive contribution to our culture in service to our clients. We are looking for a bright, motivated, energetic, upbeat experienced veterinary technician to join our growing practice. To become part of our staff you must be diligent, professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. Contribution to a team environment with the goal to provide the best quality of life for the patient and the best client experience is key to success. This position is for NIGHT SHIFT and WEEKENDS only.

Duties include:

• Obtain vitals of patient and a thorough history from client at presentation
• Restrain canines and felines safely and humanely for exam, diagnostics, and treatments
• Venipuncture of Cephalic, Saphenous, and Jugular
• Perform hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, fecal, coagulation panel, and process laboratory samples for reference lab
• Radiology techniques and positioning
• Place and maintain Intravenous Catheters including central lines
• Place and maintain Urinary Catheters
• Calculate medication doses, including oral, injectable, and CRI
• Administer oral, injectable, and CRI medications, including knowledge of drug compatibilities
• Knowledge of CPR procedures
• Perform emergency anesthesia, including calculations, monitoring, and recovery
• Complete medical records in hospital management software
• Fill prescriptions prior to discharge
• Review discharge instructions with client
• Handle client calls and questions, including schedule appointments
• Work independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• We offer shift differentials for overnights and weekends.

Schedule:

• 12-hour shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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