Licensed Veterinary Technician

• Part-time and full-time options
• $20-26/hour depending on experience
• Brand new clinic with high quality anesthesia, surgical, and dental equipment
• Flexible schedule and hours
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance (continuing education)

• Provide the highest quality medical services, dental procedures and other surgical care to public, shelter, and rescue patients in our surgical program.
• Work with clients to provide services tailored to their needs and the needs of their pets to build relationships enhance client education.
• Function independently and as part of a team with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and client service representatives.
• Be a team player who fosters a positive attitude.
• Provide care for 20-30 cats and dogs per day in spay/neuter and soft tissue surgery.
• Administer injections including anesthetics, pain medications, vaccinations, and other medications.
• Intubate, induce, place intravenous catheters, perform venipuncture, and administer fluids as needed.
• Monitor vital signs of sedated and anesthetized patients in pre-operative, operative, and post-operative phases.
• Provide treatments, take radiographs, and provide medical care as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques.
• Assist with patient exams, take medical history, perform diagnostic testing, and prepare medications to be sent home with patients.
• Maintain all necessary controlled substance drug logs and patient records.
• Stay current in knowledge of emergency drugs and protocols.
• Operate and ensure functionally of anesthetic machines, pulse oximeters, scales, and other equipment.
• Assist with humane euthanasia.
• Work with coworkers to clean and disinfect animal areas, equipment, instruments, and facility.

• License: Virginia State Veterinary Technician License (Required & in good standing)
• Education:  Associates Degree (Required)
• Experience: 2+ years HQHVSN or shelter experience strongly preferred, but not required if strong surgical and dentistry skills are present
• Ability to lift and carry 40-plus pounds repeatedly throughout day with assistance,
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under challenging and emergency conditions
• Ability to work independently and as part of team
• Ability to work standing for 8 or more hours
• Excellent animal handling skills (cats, dogs)
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Strong interest in animal welfare and serving the community
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and ability to use electronic medical records system.

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