Veterinary Technician

PetVet Care Centers; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Veterinary Technician to join their dedicated team. This role is crucial in ensuring the health and happiness of patients while providing exceptional service to pet owners. You will be responsible for hands-on care, assisting in surgeries, and maintaining a safe environment. With a commitment to work-life balance and a collaborative atmosphere, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their families. If you have the skills and compassion to provide top-notch veterinary care, we want to meet you!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in veterinary appointments and surgeries.
• Ability to maintain a clean and safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess animal needs and provide hands-on care.
• Assist in surgeries and maintain detailed medical records.

Skills

Veterinary Care

Patient Assessment

Medication Administration

Client Communication

Surgical Assistance

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT)

Job description

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Join Our Team as a Veterinary Technician!

Are you passionate about providing top-notch veterinary care and delivering exceptional service to furry friends and their families? We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinary Technician to join our team, where family and work-life balance are of utmost importance.

What You'll Do:

As a Veterinary Technician, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the health and happiness of our patients and the satisfaction of our clients. Your day-to-day will include:

• Caring for Patients: Assess animal needs through examinations, interviews, and diagnostic tests. You'll provide hands-on care like taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, and more.
• Assisting in Procedures: Be an essential part of our team during surgeries and examinations by preparing instruments, assisting the veterinarian, and providing top-notch nursing care.
• Ensuring a Clean, Safe Environment: Maintain a safe and humane environment by keeping rooms, cages, and equipment clean and sanitized.
• Managing Medications: Accurately fill prescriptions, administer medications, and handle controlled substances securely.
• Maintaining Records: Keep detailed medical records updated with the latest patient information and treatments.
• Communicating with Clients: Provide pet parents with updates and information about their furry loved ones.
• Keeping Things Running Smoothly: Maintain equipment, manage inventory, and stay on top of your veterinary game by participating in educational opportunities.
• And so much more! Who You Are:
• You have a High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• You bring 2+ years of experience in veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for both routine and critical patients.
• Ideally, you are a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) (depending on state requirements).
• We’re also open to an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and experience—let’s talk about what makes you the perfect fit!
  
  

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Be part of a passionate team that loves what they do!
• Enjoy a collaborative environment where you can learn and grow.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their owners every single day.
  
  

If you’re ready to bring your skills, compassion, and enthusiasm to a place where pets come first, we want to meet you! Apply today to join our dedicated team and help us provide the very best care to our beloved patients.

Pay Range

$16.31—$22.15 USD

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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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations and Veterinary Services

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