Second Shift Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Company Description

Franklin Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 6 doctor small animal practice located in Franklin, IN. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Wellness Services, Urgent Care, Emergency & Critical Care, General & Orthopedic Surgery, Digital Full Body and Dental X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT, Full In-House Idexx Laboratory, In-House Pharmacy, Cold Therapy Laser, Surgical Laser, 24-hr Nursing Care, Medical Boarding & more.

Franklin Animal Clinic is less than 10 minutes away from downtown Franklin and 30 minutes from Indianapolis! Downtown Franklin has continued to grow over the past 10 years and is now outfitted with antique shops, restaurants, and a weekly farmers market!

Do you like to stay active? There is a gym at the college or take a walk on the Franklin Historic Trail! If you are looking for a night out, head into Indianapolis for fine dining and concerts on the river!

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Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1-year experience in ICU/24-hour nursing care facility required, CVT/RVT/LVT a bonus

• Possible shifts: 11am-9pm or 1pm-10pm

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We're looking for:

• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member

• Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work

• A minimum of 1-year experience in ICU/24-hour nursing care facility required, CVT/RVT/LVT a bonus

• Possible shifts: 11am-9pm or 1pm-10pm

• Weekend availability

• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely

• Interpret medical records and record client history accurately

• Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow

• Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner

• Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin

• Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests

• Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus

• Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring

• A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one's knowledge and skillset

• Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees

• Paid Bereavement Program

• Paid Parental Leave Program

• Competitive Compensation

• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster

• Career Development Opportunities

• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!

• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

• Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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