American Veterinary Group Gastonia , NC 28051
Posted 2 weeks ago
Part-Time Veterinary Technician
Department: General Practice Hospitals
Employment Type: Part Time
Location: Lineberger Veterinary Hospital
Description
Our hospital is seeking a Part-Time Veterinary Technician to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.
The Veterinary Technician is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Technician helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Technical skills will include, but are not limited to: venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration, and monitoring, dental prophy, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education. Veterinary Technician's also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files.
Ideal Candidate
Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment
Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
Be compassionate/caring
Willing to work flexible hours including weekends
Can work individually, as well as on a team
Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction
Prior experience preferred
Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise
Prior Customer Service Experience
Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
Current state licensure in good standing for Veterinary Technician roles
Applicants with veterinary experience that are not Credentialed Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to still apply, we have opportunities for veterinary professionals of all skill levels and we will appropriately assign you to our Senior Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Assistant, or other appropriate roles.
Benefits
401k Match
Discounted Veterinary Care
Scrub allowance
Hands-on and E-training
Professional growth opportunities
American Veterinary Group