Veterinary Technician - Prince Frederick Animal Hospital
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
About the Job
We are currently seeking 2 Veterinary Technicians to join our family of upbeat and caring professionals. Applicants should have enthusiastic energy, a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and have a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends. Experience is preferred. Email resume to jschuster@princefrederickanimalhospital.com
Responsibilities:
-Triaging patients and taking their vitals and acquiring patient history and other information from clients.
-Safely handling and restraining animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and other exotics.
-Filling prescriptions and handling vaccines/injectable medications
-Acquiring cephalic, saphenous, and jugular blood samples.
-Inserting IV catheters and fluid therapy
-Monitoring anesthesia
-Processing specimens in the in-house laboratory and submitting specimens to outside laboratories.
-Preparing animals and equipment for surgical procedures
-Administering medications and vaccines prescribed by a veterinarian
-Performing radiographs
-Entering patients’ service charges into the computer database and keeping accurate patient records
-Explaining patient instructions to clients and sharing educational materials
-Displays great customer service attributes and client communication