Veterinary Technician

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Merrifield; White Oak (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development

Employee pet discount

Job summary

White Oak Veterinary Clinic is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, professional development opportunities, and an

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years of veterinary experience.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Client communication

Job description

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $17 - $19 per hour, determined by the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full-time position. The hospital’s operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The preferred schedule consists of three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating Saturday coverage. Depending on staffing needs, the schedule may also include four weekday shifts. Candidates must be flexible and available to work a variety of shifts within our operating hours.

White Oak Veterinary Clinic is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician toprovide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

**KeyResponsibilities:**

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications:

• At least 2+ years of veterinary experience.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About White Oak Veterinary Clinic

White Oak Veterinary Clinic is a full-service, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital treating dogs, cats, and exotic pets from the White Oak, PA community and surrounding area. Our professional and courteous staff provides the best possible veterinary care, surgical services, and pet dental care for our highly valued patients.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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