Veterinary Technician / Assistant

CareVet; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Revenue share bonus program

Best-in-class medical, vision, and(d)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Continuing education

Mental health support

And more!

Job summary

Sheabel Veterinary Hospital in Lexington, KY is seeking a Veterinary Technician who supports patient care and client education. The role includes a revenue sharing program and growth opportunities as part of our team-first approach.

The position involves medical record review, histories, vital signs, medication administration, sample collection, and assistance during exams and anesthesia. We welcome applicants with GED or higher and 1–2 years related experience, with training available for the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, 1–2 years related experience or training.
• Registered Veterinary Technicians preferred, not necessarily required; training available.

Responsibilities

• Check patient medical records and enter data into the computer and files.
• Take medical histories and vital signs of patients.
• Maintain client educational materials in an efficient manner.
• Admit and discharge patients.
• Take, process and log prescription refills in-house, call out pharmacy and online pharmacy.
• Monitor hospital patients and log vital signs.
• Administer medications to patients as needed.
• Place catheters and perform blood draws.
• Restrain and assist the doctor during exams, treatments, and anesthesia procedures.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stoop, bend, and stand on feet for long periods.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Registered Veterinary Technicians preferred

Job description

Sheabel Veterinary Hospital, Lexington, KY

Summary: We believe in a Whole Person Approach when it comes to our veterinary teams. This includes a living wage for all hospital Team Members, best-in-class benefits, mental health support, and continuous education. Investing in our teams and sharing the growth that they are instrumental in driving are top priorities, which is why every Team Member is eligible to participate in our revenue sharing program as well. All positions come with growth opportunities – whether you are seeking skill development to advance your career or to build additional capacity to better service your community, we custom tailor plans for each Team Member’s career journey.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Checks patient medical records for past histories, enters in computer and files.
• Takes medical histories and vital signs of patients.
• Maintains client educational material in an efficient manner.
• Performs departmental housekeeping duties.
• Admits and discharges patients.
• Takes, processes and logs prescription refills in-house, call out pharmacy and online pharmacy.
• Monitoring hospital patients and logging vital signs.
• Administering medications to patients as needed.
• Placing catheters and performing blood draws.
• Restraining and assisting the doctor during exams, treatments, and anesthesia procedures.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stoop, bend, and stand on feet for long periods.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Denotes an Essential Function.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The employee must be able to multi-task. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Registered Veterinary Technicians in [STATE] are preferred, not necessarily required. We are open and willing to train the right candidate.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay plus revenue share bonus program!
• Best-in-class medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Free continuing education
• Mental health support
• And more!