Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Southsideanimalhosp; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established veterinary practice in Indianapolis is seeking a passionate Certified Veterinary Technician to join their dedicated team. This role involves training and supervising support staff, maintaining inventory, and providing exceptional client education on animal health. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values compassion and integrity, ensuring the best care for patients. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are committed to animal welfare, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their owners.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician with strong communication skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise veterinary support staff.
• Maintain inventory and educate clients on veterinary services.
• Assist in hospital operations including scheduling and client callbacks.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Client Education

Anesthesia Monitoring

Effective Communication

Leadership Skills

Stress Management

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

Practice Management Software

Microsoft Word

Windows Operating System

Job description

At South Side Animal Hospital, we are known for serving our patients and clients with compassion, empathy, and integrity. We are always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to help us continue providing the best care and service to our patients and clients.

If you believe your values match those of our practice and you would like to be part of an outstanding team, we would like to hear from you. Please contact Michelle Deppe, Hospital Manager.

Please indicate which position you are qualified for:

• Licensed Veterinarian
• Licensed Technician

If you are not qualified for the above positions, please contact the hospital manager for other employment opportunities.

Practice(s) of Interest:

• Small Animal
• Large Animal
• Exotics
• Mixed Animal
• Other (please specify)

South Side Animal Hospital is a small veterinary practice in Indianapolis dedicated to exemplary veterinary medicine and patient care, healthy lifestyles, client education, and employee well-being.

Job Summary:

The Certified Veterinary Technician (Lead CVT) trains, supervises, and assists veterinary support staff to plan, coordinate, and perform a variety of duties concerning animal health and client education, and to promote greater efficiency by relieving veterinarians of technical work and administrative detail. This position also encompasses all the duties of the Veterinary Technician.

How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the core values and mission statement of MVP.
• Perform all functions related to the Licensed Veterinary Technician job description.
• Maintain inventory and maintenance of pharmaceuticals, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain knowledge of preventative healthcare recommendations to answer client questions, provide education on vaccines, flea, and heartworm products, and assist in marketing veterinary services.
• Educate clients and team members on products and medications sold including dietary products and answer questions regarding product purchase/use.
• Assist in all aspects of hospital performance which includes answering phones, scheduling appointments, client callbacks, and prescription requests.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner with clients even when situations are stressful.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations and handle a fast-paced environment.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can deal with them even when they are stressed, ill, or in pain.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Ability to give SQ, IM, and IV injections.
• Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs.
• Knowledge of common anesthesia and recovery states and the ability to alert veterinarians when symptoms change.
• Knowledge of heartworm and external parasite preventatives to promote client education.
• Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature, and recover patients from anesthesia.
• Ability to navigate practice management software.
• Effective writing skills.
• Computer knowledge is required; comfortable with Word, IOS, Windows, and practice management software.
• Ability to meet deadlines and exceed expectations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and motivational skills.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client and personal services.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of English language structure and grammar.
• Ability to work independently and accept direction on assignments.
• Knowledge of procedures for receiving, treating, and scheduling patients.
• Knowledge of the use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments and materials.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at South Side Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves.