Licensed Veterinary Technician

Pet Care Clinic
Puyallup, WA, United States
$30-$35 an hour
Full-time

Our mission at Pet Care Clinic is we recognize the importance of the Human-Animal Bond. Our goal is to provide the very best veterinary care and compassionate service to support all aspects of this special bond, honoring both the needs of our clients and their beloved pets.

We strive to consistently reduce any stress with clients pets might experience during a visit with us. Additionally, we aim to create a work environment that encourages professionalism and growth.

Our focus is on promoting of pet's lifelong health by educating clients on the benefit preventative medicine. We are seeking a new Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team.

Your role will be to Assist veterinarians with veterinary medicine and surgery in any appropriate capacity. What You Will Do :

  • Obtain and record patient histories, vital signs, and weights
  • Perform in-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for reference labs
  • Dispense and administer medications, vaccines, serums and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Administer fluids and blood products as prescribed by the veterinarian; use and maintain IV pump.
  • Administer and monitor anesthesia under the direction of a veterinarian.
  • Provide specialized nursing care for injured or ill animals.
  • Prepare patients, instruments and equipment for surgery; clean, maintain and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials.
  • Assure that monitoring and support equipment such as anesthetic machines, cardiac monitors, scopes and breathing apparatus are in good working condition.
  • Communicate with and educate owners in a compassionate, tactful, professional manner
  • Take radiographs processes rads, demonstrates proper positioning techniques
  • Maintain knowledge of preventative healthcare recommendations in order to answer client questions, provide education on vaccines, flea and heartworm products, and assist in marketing veterinary services from which their pet would benefit, such as a dental cleaning, senior wellness, spay and neuter procedures, and boarding.
  • Educate clients on products and medications sold including dietary products and answer questions regarding product purchase / use.
  • Perform client callbacks
  • Assist kennel staff
  • Maintain legally defensible medical records in cooperation with veterinarians. As a member of the Technician staff department, you will work with Room assistants and kennel staff.

and report to our Technician supervisor. What You Will Bring : Our ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of relevant experience and the following credentials / skills : Vocational Degree or Certification Registered / Certified Veterinary Technician IV Catheterization Filling Prescriptions Surgical Preparation Why You'll Love Us : We unite around a common cause that brings the team together and ensures everyone is working toward the same goal.

Our teams act on the passion to create a better world that will impact the lives of others. We have a new state of the art veterinary center with 10 exam rooms, a spacious lobby with a dog and cat side.

Every day we focus on delivering outstanding patient care by providing the highest standard of veterinary medicine. Salary range for this position is $30.

00 - $35.00 + DOE per hour. We offer the following benefits : Health Insurance Dental Insurance 401(k) Vacation Leave Sick Leave Holiday Pay Pet Discount DEI Statement : We prioritize diversity and inclusion in our workplace as well as our hiring practices.

We are committed to employing people from various backgrounds with unique perspectives and experiences. We recognize that input from all voices informs innovation and strengthens our business.

EOE Statement : We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Employment Type : Full Time Years Experience : 1 - 3 years Salary : $30 - $35 Hourly Bonus / Commission : No

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