Veterinary Technician - Animal Clinic of Casselberry

AboutAnimal Clinic ofCasselberry

We make your pet’s lifelong good health ourmission and that means taking the time to establish a relationshipwith you and your animal companion.

Your concerns will be heard andaddressed because you know your pet better than anyone.We’ll use that information and our experience with thelatest advancements in veterinary medicine to customize a treatmentplan that’s right for your pet and yourbudget.

We are a team oriented practice and love workingtogether! Come join our team!

Hoursofoperation :

Monday Friday : 7 : 30 AM 6 : 00PM

Saturday & Sunday : Closed

Payrange : $ 1519 p / hr depending on experience

BenefitsOffered for our fulltime teammembers

• Paidtimeoff
• Healthinsurance; dental insurance; visioninsurance
• Retirementbenefits oraccounts
• Bonusincentive
• Flexibleworkschedules
• Careerand professionaldevelopment
• EmployeeAssistanceProgram
• EmployeeReferralProgram

PositionPurpose

TheVeterinary Technician assists theveterinarians and lead technicians with patient care and treatmentmonitors hospitalized pets maintains inventory preparesprescriptions performs routine inhouse laboratory work educatesclients regarding veterinary care and procedures and assists withsurgical procedures.

We are seeking a Veterinary technician who hasan understanding of animal anatomy physiology and behaviorto provide proper care and handling.

Familiarity with veterinarymedicine including common diseases treatments and medications forvarious animal species. Skills in assisting veterinarians duringsurgical procedures including anesthesia monitoring andpostoperative care.

Proficiency in performing and interpretinglaboratory tests such as blood work urinalysis and cytology.Ability to operate radiographic equipment and interpret diagnosticimages such as Xrays.

Knowledge of veterinary pharmacologyincluding drug administration dosages and potential side effects.Skills in safely restraining animals for examinations or proceduresto minimize stress and injury.

Training in emergency and criticalcare procedures including CPR and first aid for animals. Ability toeffectively communicate with pet owners about animal care treatmentplans and followup procedures.

Competence in maintaining accuratemedical records and documentation for each patient. Knowledge ofvaccination protocols parasite control and general wellness carefor animals.

Familiarity with veterinary tools and equipmentincluding surgical instruments anesthesia machines and diagnosticdevices.

The ideal candidate has the ability to workcollaboratively with veterinarians other vet techs and supportstaff in a fastpaced environment and can make the commitment toongoing professional development to stay current with veterinarypractices and advancements in the field.

VeterinaryTechnicianCompetencies

Patience&Compassion : Remaining professional while still making teammates clients andpatients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of thesituation or challenges presented.

Responding quickly and calmly tocrisis while maintaining a high standard of patientcare.

Collaboration& Teamwork : Carefullycoordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members.Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner.

Quicklyincorporating feedback to ensure positiveresults . Sharingideas and being open to other’sideas.

• Communicating : Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensuresuccessful patientcare.
• ActiveListening : Followingthe instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners.Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on priorexperiences andfeedback.
• OrganizationSkills : Clear tracking of lab specimens medications patient instructionsworkflow and other jobrelated items while managing multiplepatients andclients.
• ClientSatisfaction : Ensuringall activities and interactions result in the highest level ofclientsatisfaction.

EssentialResponsibilities

• Assistveterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgeryand other tasks asneeded.
• Assistveterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories vital signsand weights as well as providing clienteducation.
• Preparepatients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient duringsurgery.
• Obtainblood stool and other samples; perform inhospital laboratorytesting and prepare specimens for outsidelaboratories.
• Takedevelop and maintain radiographs following proper safetyprocedures.
• Providebasic animal handling and restrain animals duringexams.
• Administerand monitor medications anesthesia vaccines and treatments at thediscretion of theveterinarian.
• Cleanand straighten exam rooms treatment and lab areas; restock examrooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the publicareas of the practice clean;

clean and maintain all medicalequipment.

• Demonstratewarmth courtesy and professionalism in all interactions withclients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions withpatients.
• Communicatewith veterinarians and practice team members including clientdiscussions patient plans client concernsetc.
• Anyother duties asassigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Previousveterinary experiencepreferred
• Abilityto lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability tolift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds withassistance
• PracticeOSHA safety techniques including properPPE
• Basicmath and the ability to calculate medicationdosages
• Basiccomputer skills familiarity with MS office applicationsetc.
• Strongcommunication skills to ensure patientsafety
30+ days ago