Veterinary Technician: Hands-On Care & Diagnostics

NVA; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Employee pet care discounts

Continuing education opportunities

Supportive team culture

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada.

Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience required.
• Proficient with blood draws and injections.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy practice.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Patient restraint and handling
• Blood collection and sample processing
• Administering SQ, IM, and IV injections as directed
• Placing and maintaining IV catheters
• Assisting doctors with examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Client education regarding medications, preventative care, diagnostics, and treatment plans
• Monitoring hospitalized patients
• Performing laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures
• Taking and developing radiographs
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Supporting a positive and collaborative team environment

Skills

Blood draws

Injections

Client communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT preferred

Job description

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada.

Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make