Join our compassionate and dedicated team as a Veterinary Technician in our public-facing clinic and embark on a rewarding journey of veterinary care within our Golden Valley clinic.
Requirements
- Assist with the care, examination, evaluation, and treatment of animals in accordance with established policies and under the direction of veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
- Obtain and record case history, weight, temperature and other details.
- Handle and restrain animals during examinations and medical procedures.
- Monitor changes in animals' conditions while at the facility.
- Assist in collecting blood, urine, and fecal samples and perform and/or send out laboratory tests, such as urinalysis, ear cytology, fecal analysis, and blood analysis.
- Administer medications, vaccinations, fluids, and injections.
- Assist in preparing animals for surgeries and assist with surgical tasks such as monitoring the animal’s vitals, anesthesia, and recovery.
- Clean and sterilize equipment/instruments and treatment areas.
- Take x-rays and assist with ultrasounds, echo cardiograms, and other diagnostic procedures.
- Trim nails, place microchips, and perform other routine procedures.
- Fill prescriptions and ensure all controlled substances are recorded and used in accordance with DEA regulations.
- Greet clients as they arrive for scheduled appointments and obtain patient histories.
- Check in clients for surgical procedures.
- Enter charges, create estimates, and maintain an accurate medical record.
- Discuss medical recommendations and estimates with clients.
- Provide clients with after care instructions and how to administer medications at home.
- Educate clients on different disease processes, medications, wellness recommendations, treatment plans, and other topics pertaining to their pets’ care so they can make informed decisions.
- Ensure appointments are completed in a timely manner and keep exam rooms clean, stocked, and presentable.
- Assist with client emails and phone calls regarding their pet’s care.
- Communicate in a positive and professional manner with customers, other employees, and volunteers.
- Promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion to make AHS a more welcoming environment for employees, volunteers, customers, and the community.
- Accurately maintain and update animal records in Evet.
- Utilize and maintain a variety of medical equipment.
- Manage and view work schedule in Makeshift.
- Clock in and out of shifts using HRIS system.
- Monitor AHS email and other messaging software.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- 15+ days of Paid Time Off
- 9 paid holidays
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Flexible spending account for health care expenses and dependent care
- Voluntary accident insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Hospital indemnity insurance
- Employee-paid supplemental life
- Employee-paid accidental death & dismemberment
- Long-term disability insurance
- Basic life insurance
- Basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Paid floating holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Paid parental leave
- Mental Health and Counseling Support
- Support for student loans
