Veterinary Assistant

Job Description

Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center Veterinary Technician

Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center is looking for a small animal veterinary technician that is a self-motivated team player who communicates well with clients and staff, pays attention to detail, and demonstrates passion for the veterinary industry. Our small animal veterinary team is growing and a third DVM will be added to the team with a potential for extended hours in the future.

Education:

• Two years veterinary technician experience
• CVT preferred but not required

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills

• Accurate record keeping of patient care, surgery, patient history, patient treatments, and diagnostics performed

• Present treatment plans and apply the proper charges for services

• Obtain and understand vitals, monitor anesthetic patients, and identify corrective actions for abnormal findings

• Obtain samples for laboratory analysis, proper radiograph techniques, and knowledgeable about radiation safety and PPE

• Understand and calculate common mediations and identify proper modes of administration

• Maintain proper cleaning and disinfecting protocols in all areas of the small animal clinic

• Review discharge instructions with client and provide accurate client education

• Be a team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center offers an extensive benefits package and strives to support work-life-balance for all employees.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health's innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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