Eau Claire Animal Hospital, is looking for a Full-Time Certified Veterinary Technician. We are fast-paced and high volume.
We offer small animal and exotic veterinary medicine. Our years of dedication have earned us a repeated #1 spot for Best Veterinary Clinic in the Chippewa Valley.
We are seeking a compassionate and hard-working individual to join own growing hospital.
Skills Required :
- Monitoring, recording and reporting physical signs of pets.
- Collecting blood, urine, and fecal samples as needed.
- Client communication
- Recording patient vitals, client communications and treatment plans into medical notes.
- Responding to questions in person or over the phone.
- Assisting Veterinarians as needed.
Essential Job Functions :
Veterinary Technicians and Assistants must have a broad knowledge of animal science and medicine. They must be able to successfully soothe, handle and restrain animals, large and small.
The successful candidate must be detail-oriented and well-organized in order to take medical histories, carry out instructions, document patient statistics, and update records.
PERSONAL AND PHYSICAL :
- Must be able to work evenings and Saturdays.
- Must enjoy working with animals
- Detail-oriented
- Must possess sufficient strength and assertiveness to effectively restrain patients.
- Must be able to be on foot a minimum of eight hours per day.
- Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
- Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant / sanitation chemicals, animal dander, and excretions.
- Must have strong communication & interpersonal skills.
- Must possess a love of animals and patience when handling pets.
- Must display a professional manner at all times.
Education / Experience :
- High school
- CVT Program
Job Type : Full-time
Salary : Starting at $21 / hour and up dependent on experience.
Benefits :Schedule :
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Education :
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
- CVT Program graduate / licensed
Experience :
Veterinary technician experience : 1 year (Required)
Animal handling : 1 year (Required)