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Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health

Shreveport (LA)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 55,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking dedicated professionals to join their team in Shreveport. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a compassionate team committed to providing exceptional care for pets. You will engage in a variety of responsibilities, from animal restraint to surgical assistance, ensuring the health and well-being of furry companions. With a focus on professional growth, the company provides extensive training and development opportunities. Join a supportive environment where your skills will be valued, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their owners.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision)
401k & 401K matching program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave Program
Continuing Education Allowance
Tuition Assistance Program
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program
Personal Pet Discounts
Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

  • Must have a high work ethic and positive attitude.
  • Ability to communicate treatment plans effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and care for medical and hospitalized cases.
  • Perform diagnostic imaging and sample collection.
  • Assist in surgical preparation and anesthesia monitoring.

Skills

Animal restraint
Triage of incoming patients
Diagnostic imaging
Administration of medications
Surgical preparation and assistance
Anesthetic management
Customer service skills
Interpret medical records
Knowledge in preventative care
Sample collection

Education

1-year experience preferred
CVT/RVT/LVT certification

Job description

Company Description

Companion Animal Medical Center is a trusted veterinary practice located in Shreveport, LA, proudly serving the surrounding areas. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care with a focus on compassion and quality. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including wellness care appointments, surgery, ultrasound, radiology, and specialized rehabilitation services such as therapeutic laser and neuromuscular electrical stimulation. Additionally, we provide convenient boarding options for your pets and an online pharmacy for easy prescription fulfillment. At Companion Animal Medical Center, we strive to ensure the health and well-being of your furry companions, every step of the way.

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Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

  • A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
  • Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
  • A minimum of 1-year experience preferred, CVT/RVT/LVT a bonus
  • Weekend availability
  • Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
  • Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
  • Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
  • Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
  • Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
  • Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
  • Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
  • Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
  • A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset
  • Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency
Additional Information

We offer our staff:

  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
  • Paid Bereavement Program
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
  • Career Development Opportunities
  • Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
  • Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
  • Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visithttps://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.

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