Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Job Summary

In addition to the responsibilities outlined below, the Veterinary Technician is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with the Veterinarian and supporting medical staff to ensure productive and quality veterinary care at all times.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.
• Prepares and administer medications, vaccines, serums, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Performs routine dental cleanings on animals under the direction of the veterinarian.
• Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals’ responses
• Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.
• Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
• Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts
• Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
• Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant is required
• Certification as a Veterinary Technician preferred but not required
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced 4 doctor environment.
• Avimark and Idexx experience is a plus but not required
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.
• Must be able to pass drug test and background check.

Additional Perks

• We offer health, vision, dental, STD, LTD, 401k etc
• 2 sets of scrubs after 90 days of employment
• PTO and paid holidays available after one year of service
• Discounted food, vet services, and medications
• Continuing education and license renewal allowance
• We allow visible tasteful tattoos, facial piercings, and alternative hair colors
• Employers who sincerely care, we have a monthly meeting for staff where lunch is provided, have a family day event each year to celebrate our employees and their families, have a company Christmas party, celebrate vet tech, kennel, reception, groomers appreciation day, and much more
• Career advancement opportunities: We are partially corporate owned. If you are looking to eventually further your career into a hospital manager or corporate animal health position this is an excellent location

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Edmond, OK 73013 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Edmond, OK 73013: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person