Veterinary Technician

3 weeks ago


Cape Elizabeth, United States Veterinary and Rehabilitation Center of Cape Elizabeth Full time
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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