Veterinary Technician

7 months ago

Cape Elizabeth, United States Veterinary and Rehabilitation Center of Cape Elizabeth Full time $22 - $25
Veterinary and Rehabilitation Center of Cape Elizabeth, Maine (VRCCE), an AAHA certified, small animal veterinary practice is seeking a full-time veterinary technician to work with our growing team. VRCCE offers a patient and human friendly environment, flexible hours, and a generous holiday and vacation schedule. The successful candidate will be a detail-minded, team player who is ready to provide high quality client and patient service in a busy animal hospital. A veterinary technology degree and significant experience is preferred, but a positive outlook, hardworking demeanor and dedication to the profession, colleagues and patients is most important.

VRCCE is perfectly located in the center of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, which is a vibrant coastal community, just 10 minutes from Portland and a short bike ride or walk from the ocean. Apply with a resume, cover letter explaining your interest and three references.

Veterinary Technician Job Description:

Medical Support Responsibilities:

Assist Veterinarians in all areas of medical practice including, but not limited to:
  • Effective, compassionate and fear-free patient restraint, treatment and follow up of dogs, cats and other species
  • Obtain patient histories and prepare patients for veterinary exams by assessing stability
  • Accurately collect specimens (blood, urine, feces, etc.), execute in house lab testing and process outside lab samples
  • Perform intravenous catheterization, phlebotomy, intubation and properly administer injectable, oral and topical medications
  • Accurately dispense medications and products as prescribed by the veterinarian
  • Assist in humane euthanasia and respectful disposition of remains
  • Prepare patients for surgery, monitor anesthesia, and assist in surgery
  • Skillfully perform dental radiographs, prophylaxis and charting as dictated by vet, assist in oral surgery
  • Produce diagnostic radiographs as requested
  • Dress wounds and injuries

General Hospital and Client Support:

Actively participate in the effective and efficient running of a busy hospital environment by:
  • Exhibiting strong customer service skills and demonstrating compassionate, professional, ethical, positive interactions with all clients in all situations
  • Educating clients with sound, proven information using clear, understandable terminology
  • Cleaning, preparing and maintaining the hospital, including all equipment and instruments
  • Maintaining a professional demeanor including a neat, clean, uniformed appearance
  • Assisting reception with inbound calls in a friendly and courteous manner to facilitate client needs
  • Assessing, maintaining and ordering medical supplies and inventory
  • As necessary, opening and closing the office including end of day activities, and securing controlled drugs and premises

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will:
  • Be a licensed veterinary technician or have accumulated enough on the job experience to pass the veterinary technology licensing exam
  • Must have experience with laboratory and clinical techniques, uses of veterinary drugs, instruments, anesthetic and surgical nursing and monitoring equipment
  • Proficient with computers and veterinary software (Cornerstone preferred) to succeed in a paperless office environment
  • Must be of good moral character, have an even disposition and be able to work professionally and effectively with people and pets in a range of situations, ranging from emergencies to wellness exams
  • Be a good problem solver and display common sense and sound judgment when working without supervision and under emotional stress
  • Physically capable of lifting 50 pounds and performing all the applicable duties including moderately heavy work'
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Work Remotely:
  • No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Schedule:
  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Weekends as needed

Education:
  • Associate or equivalent 

Experience:
  • Veterinary experience: 1 year preferred 

Work Location: In person

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