West Villa Animal Hospital of Kearney is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 2.5 doctor small animal hospital located in Kearney, Nebraska. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Wellness and Emergency examinations and care, Surgery, Urgent Care, In-House Diagnostics, Digital full body radiology, Ultrasonography. We are proud to be a certified fear free location!
West Villa Animal Hospital is located in Kearney, Nebraska. Kearney hosts numerous University sporting events along with Crane River Theater plays in Yanney Park and World-renowned Sand Hill Crane viewing. Kearney Public Schools are well regarded, making it an ideal area to raise a family! Kearney is a wonderful place to enjoy a healthy and active work-life balance.
Our hours of operation are:
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Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
We're looking for:
A licensed veterinary technician, 1+ year experience preferred but not required
We are open to considering recently graduated students as well as those who have recently passed the VTNE with minimal experience.
A high work ethic and positive attitude team member
Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work
Some Saturday morning shift availability
Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely
Interpret medical records and record client history accurately
Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus
Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring
A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one's knowledge and skillset
Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency
Pay Range: $18/hr. + depending on experience level.
We offer our staff:
Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/
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