Licensed Veterinary Technician - EverVet Partners
Joppa, MD
About the Job
Why You’ll Love this Licensed Veterinary Technician Job!
Are you looking to grow a successful career based on your love for animals?
When you join Animal Care Center & Pet Resort, an EverVet Partner, you will be welcomed into a supportive community motivated by the genuine desire to make a meaningful difference for pets and their owners. As a critical member of our team, our Licensed Veterinary Technicians enable us to deliver excellent service and top-quality care to our clients. You will directly support veterinarians in medical and surgical procedures and may independently handle appointments when veterinary oversight is not necessary.
If you are ready to join a dynamic team where quality animal care is valued at the highest level, apply for the Licensed Veterinary Technician position today!
Pay Range: $20-$25 / hour
Benefits:
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, Vision with a Health Savings Account*
Employee Assistant Program available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week*
Supplemental Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance*
401K Plan with Generous Employer Match
Maternity Leave *
Bereavement Leave
Life, Short Term, & Disability Insurance*
Discount Programs
Discounted Veterinary Care
On-Demand Pay Options
Referral Bonus
Career Enhancement Benefits:
The opportunity for full tuition payment to attend Penn Foster's veterinary technician program*
Access to Zoetis Clinical & Professional Program and Events
Access to a multitude of VMG resources
*Indicates eligibility for Full-Time positions only
Job Responsibilities
Restrain/hold animals of several species for examination and treatments
Assist in treatment of patients in concert with a doctor
Get weights on all patients prior to examination
Use our radiology software for medical records and submission of studies for review
Take digital photos of procedures/relevant lesions and save to patients' medical records
Run in-house laboratory specimens and record results in patient medical records
Prepare laboratory forms/specimens for out-of-office laboratories (Antech and others)
Import laboratory and radiographic data into patient medical records
Manage and oversee medical treatments (including collecting laboratory samples, administering SQ fluids, placing IV and urinary catheters, expressing anal sac, etc.)
Administer and oversee anesthesia, surgical and dental treatments under the direction of the Veterinarian
Take high quality digital radiographs
Complete all relevant medical records entries for patients
Ensure that all patients are comfortable, fed, watered and clean
Bathe animals as necessary (both therapeutic and general)
Keep accurately and timely logs for controlled drugs
Setup medications/fill prescriptions when needed
Help monitor inventory, rotation and expiration dates and report needs as requested
Assist in stocking exam rooms/treatment/surgery/radiology rooms as necessary
Assist in ordering of food/supplies/medications as requested
Assist in maintenance of areas both inside and outside of hospital (floors, walks, parking, runs, etc.)
Required Skills and Qualifications
Veterinary Technician License Required
High School Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent
Associate’s degree in a related field preferred
At least one to two years’ experience preferred
Experience handling a variety of animals
Strong customer service skills
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Basic math and writing skills
Ability to express compassion
Advanced understanding of diseases/medications/anesthesia
Understanding of vaccinations, basic laboratory tests, common diseases and pet behavior
Knowledge of computer software (Infinity and Office programs)
Are you looking to grow a successful career based on your love for animals?
When you join Animal Care Center & Pet Resort, an EverVet Partner, you will be welcomed into a supportive community motivated by the genuine desire to make a meaningful difference for pets and their owners. As a critical member of our team, our Licensed Veterinary Technicians enable us to deliver excellent service and top-quality care to our clients. You will directly support veterinarians in medical and surgical procedures and may independently handle appointments when veterinary oversight is not necessary.
If you are ready to join a dynamic team where quality animal care is valued at the highest level, apply for the Licensed Veterinary Technician position today!
Pay Range: $20-$25 / hour
Benefits:
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, Vision with a Health Savings Account*
Employee Assistant Program available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week*
Supplemental Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance*
401K Plan with Generous Employer Match
Maternity Leave *
Bereavement Leave
Life, Short Term, & Disability Insurance*
Discount Programs
Discounted Veterinary Care
On-Demand Pay Options
Referral Bonus
Career Enhancement Benefits:
The opportunity for full tuition payment to attend Penn Foster's veterinary technician program*
Access to Zoetis Clinical & Professional Program and Events
Access to a multitude of VMG resources
*Indicates eligibility for Full-Time positions only
Job Responsibilities
Restrain/hold animals of several species for examination and treatments
Assist in treatment of patients in concert with a doctor
Get weights on all patients prior to examination
Use our radiology software for medical records and submission of studies for review
Take digital photos of procedures/relevant lesions and save to patients' medical records
Run in-house laboratory specimens and record results in patient medical records
Prepare laboratory forms/specimens for out-of-office laboratories (Antech and others)
Import laboratory and radiographic data into patient medical records
Manage and oversee medical treatments (including collecting laboratory samples, administering SQ fluids, placing IV and urinary catheters, expressing anal sac, etc.)
Administer and oversee anesthesia, surgical and dental treatments under the direction of the Veterinarian
Take high quality digital radiographs
Complete all relevant medical records entries for patients
Ensure that all patients are comfortable, fed, watered and clean
Bathe animals as necessary (both therapeutic and general)
Keep accurately and timely logs for controlled drugs
Setup medications/fill prescriptions when needed
Help monitor inventory, rotation and expiration dates and report needs as requested
Assist in stocking exam rooms/treatment/surgery/radiology rooms as necessary
Assist in ordering of food/supplies/medications as requested
Assist in maintenance of areas both inside and outside of hospital (floors, walks, parking, runs, etc.)
Required Skills and Qualifications
Veterinary Technician License Required
High School Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent
Associate’s degree in a related field preferred
At least one to two years’ experience preferred
Experience handling a variety of animals
Strong customer service skills
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Basic math and writing skills
Ability to express compassion
Advanced understanding of diseases/medications/anesthesia
Understanding of vaccinations, basic laboratory tests, common diseases and pet behavior
Knowledge of computer software (Infinity and Office programs)
Source : EverVet Partners