Veterinarian Technician
Position Overview
Do you enjoy learning new things to keep you challenged? Are you passionate about providing the best quality care for your patients? Great! If you are looking to grow your career, then we want to talk to you about our opportunity!
Location
Saxony Animal Clinic is located 30 minutes North of Pittsburgh in Sarver, Pennsylvania. Explore the Todd Nature Reserve, a 334-acre nature reserve home to over 180 species of birds, miles of hiking trails, streams, and ponds. Experience a Pennsylvanian pass-time, and watch a race at the Lernerville Speedway. Take a quick drive South, and experience all the history museums, shops, and dining experiences in downtown Pittsburgh.
Practice Overview
Saxony Animal Clinic is a small animal practice that focuses on providing efficient and affordable care to our clients and their pets. We believe knowledge is power, therefore we challenge and collaborate with one another in order to provide the best solutions for our clients. Our team understands the importance of evolution, which is why we are committed to providing the latest tools, technology, and techniques to practice modern veterinary medicine. Our goal is to have a well-rounded, informed team so that together, we can provide the best care. If you are looking for a place that empowers you to be the best, then this might be the place for you!
What You’ll Be Working On
- Engaging and communicating with clients and staff
- Getting and maintaining patient information and records
- Primary job functions include surgical prep, anesthesia monitoring, digital x-rays, digital dental x-rays, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, ultrasounds, and preparing lab specimens
- Assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, and animal restraints
Qualifications
- Veterinary Technician Certification preferred, but not required
- Potential for technical staff team leader position (must have 5 + years veterinary experience and also current state license)
- Minimum of 2-years experience as a veterinary technician in a clinic required
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and personal development
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives
What’s In It For You
- 401K with match eligibility
- Paid Time Off
- CE stipend
- Licensing fee coverage
- Medical Insurance coverage
- Discounts on personal pet care
- Student loan assistance program
- AWESOME team to work with!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person