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Veterinary Technician

GoodVets

Overland Park (KS)

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USD 28,000 - 40,000

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3 days ago
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Job summary

GoodVets is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to enrich our team. This role involves ensuring high standards of patient care and hospital cleanliness. The successful candidate will thrive in a community-oriented environment where mentorship is a priority.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with match
Paid holidays
Friendly employee discounts on veterinary services and products

Qualifications

  • Ability to restrain patients safely and compassionately.
  • Familiarity with basic veterinary practices and care.
  • Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the hospital.
  • Assist in patient care including feeding and exercising.
  • Monitor patients for signs of illness and maintain records.

Skills

Compassion
Attention to detail
Physical stamina
Basic veterinary knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

GoodVetsis a community of animal hospitals co-owned with veterinarians. Sitting at the intersection of quality-first and people-first,GoodVetsprovides an environment of mentorship for all our employees while also providing the high quality of care and hospitality that today’s pet parents demand.

At GoodVets, we strategically partner with our highly skilled veterinary assistants.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you will assist doctors and technicians to improve our quality of care and aid the doctors in achieving greater efficiency. Additionally, you will ensure the overall hospital is clean, sanitized and stocked properly. We strive to practice top quality medicine using modern diagnostic tools to provide the best patient experience. Our caseload is diverse, and our culture is amazing. If you are hardworking, adaptable and lead by example this is the right role for you.

The Impact You Will Have Every Day:
  • Ensure a comfortable and sanitary environment including rooms, surgery suites, and general hospital for our clients and patients
  • Responsible for the care of boarding and hospitalized patients including keeping all wards and kennels properly cleaned and disinfected; exercising, feeding, bathing, and dipping patients; and hospital laundry
  • Observe patients throughout the day for signs of illness, parasites, and disease
  • Monitor patients for blood, urine, feces, and vomit in the cage, and clean patients and cages as needed; save specimens to be examined by a technician or veterinarian whenever necessary
  • Properly and safely restrain patients, reliably and with compassion, to prepare them for procedures performed by technicians or doctors
  • Ensure that supplies are always available and adequately stocked in each exam room and treatment area
  • Properly set up and clean any instruments needed by the doctor during patient exams
  • Accurately calculate medication, dispense medication prescribed by the doctor; identify and record microchip numbers, tattoos, and other markings in patients’ records
  • Understand the mechanics and application of basic standards of asepsis
  • Ability to prepare patients for surgery, radiology (including dentals), and ultrasonography, and any other tasks needed
  • Properly induce, intubate, and monitor anesthesia during surgical procedures
  • Clean and autoclave surgical instruments; thoroughly clean autoclave per hospital schedule
  • Collect urine and fecal samples for diagnostics and laboratory processing
  • Successfully complete diagnostic and laboratory processing
Physical Effort:
  • Able to lift and carry up to 50lbs
  • May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, bites, scratches, and contagious diseases
  • Take physical safety precautions for exposure to drugs, anesthesia, and radiation
  • Physical activities include bending, standing, stooping, kneeling, moving from room to room, and sitting; may be required to walk or stand for long periods of time; will use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; will reach with hands and arms
What We Offer:
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
  • Paid holidays
  • Friendly employee discounts on veterinary services and products
If this sounds like the adventure you've been searching for, we can't wait to connect with you. Apply today and let's make an impact, together!
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