Veterinary Technician

3 weeks ago

Houston, United States Oak Forest Veterinary Hospital Full time

**Job locations**:
Houston, TX (77018)

**Job description**:
The veterinary technician is the veterinarian's primary medical support. They begin the examination procedure and continue to assist the doctor throughout the examination, diagnosis and treatment phases. They aid the veterinarians in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work and administrative detail. They have a very significant role in communicating with and educating clients about their pets.

**EDUCATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS**
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred but not required.
- Previous On-The-Job Training desirable when not a LVT.

**EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS**
- Minimum two years experience as veterinary technician or assistant preferred.
- Some computer experience required; comfortable with Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Internet Explorer.
- Experience with Avimark or Cornerstone preferred.

**PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS**
- Minimum of 18 years old.
- Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
- Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
- Is well-spoken and approaches his/her job duties in a mature nature, with honesty and integrity.
- Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.
- Has excellent client communication skills.
- Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
- Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.

**DUTIES / TASKS**
- Can provide compassionate care to patients and clients.
- Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
- Can legibly keep accurate medical records in accordance hospital policy.
- Can prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas with inventory.
- Can perform physical assessments; record observations in computer in a timely manner.
- Can effectively restrain pets even when large or difficult.
- Understands all common vaccinations and vaccination protocols and can explain to clients.
- Understands the importance of a clean and orderly facility, does not hesitate to clean or organize as part of a normal job duty.
- Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.
- Gives SQ, IM and IV injections.
- Can handle client's medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate.
- Can prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients supporting hospital financial policies.
- Can explain necessary follow-up and homecare instructions.
- Understands usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and can readily explain them to the clients.
- Can maintain an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies and write items on order list when noted to be low.
- Can assist the veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids.
- Can properly care for all surgical materials; keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery.
- Can perform emergency procedures such as control of bleeding, resuscitation with oxygen, opening airways, and external cardiac massage.
- Can perform clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures; draws blood for laboratory analysis; runs blood samples on in house machines; ensures that test results are recorded in patient records.
- Can effectively position for and take radiographs.
- Can perform electrocardiograms.
- Can place IV catheters and properly care for them. Understands the use and care of IV pumps as well.
- Knows common disease states and can alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.
- Can admit patients following hospital policy and doctors written orders.
- Can discharge patients based on the veterinarian' orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state.
- Can maintain all equipment for medical procedures and testing.
- Can be on time and has reliable transportation
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Benefits include**:
**4-day work week**

Health, vision & dental insurance

Matching 401k

Production Bonuses

Pet care

Paid Time Off

Paid Holiday (if you work a holiday, double time pay)

**Hours of operation**:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 7AM - 6PM

Tuesday 7AM - 7PM

Saturday CLOSED

Sunday CLOSED

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