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Heartland Veterinary Partners is a leading provider of veterinary services in the Smithville TN area. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest technology and staffed by a team of experienced veterinarians and technicians.

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will assist our veterinarians with patient care and treatment, monitor hospitalized pets, and maintain inventory and laboratory equipment.

• Assist veterinarians with patient care and treatment, including taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples, and perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs, following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas, and restock exam rooms with supplies.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy, and professionalism in all interactions with clients, and exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members, including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.

• Previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds, and ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
• Practice OSHA safety techniques, including proper PPE.
• Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with MS office applications.
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety.

• Paid time off.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k, and matching).
• Bonus incentive.
• Career and professional development opportunities.
• State licensing fee reimbursement for credentialed technicians.
• VTNE support.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Referral Program.