Veterinary Technician

Job Description

A veterinary technician at Lafayette Veterinary Care Center works under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian to provide healthcare and medical support to our client's best furry friends.

• This is a daytime position. Team members are expected to work either Saturdays OR Sundays. There is a 20% pay increase for working weekends or any PM shifts.

Pay starts at 12.00 with a 20% increase to 14.40

Lafayette Veterinary Care Center strives to create a practice where employees can make a difference daily. We aim to maintain a fun, educational, and safe environment for employees, clients, and patients. We want to see our employees be their best by reaching their career goals in our hospital. We expect all our team members to provide extraordinary care for our extraordinary clients and patients. We are looking to hire those who are brave, caring, hardworking, and reliable. We love humans as much as we love their pets.

To thrive in this role, you do not need experience. We will teach you and help you grow along your journey. There is always something new to learn in our field, even for the most seasoned veterinary technician.

Key Responsibilities:

Animal Care:

• Assist with physical examinations and gather medical history from animal owners.

• Collect and document vital signs, including temperature, heart rate, and respiratory rate.

• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.

Diagnostic Procedures:

• Perform and assist with various diagnostic tests, such as blood work, urinalysis, and radiographs (X-rays).

• Prepare and analyze laboratory samples.

Emergency Response:

• Respond to emergencies and provide first aid to injured or critically ill pets.

• Stabilize patients during trauma and administer life-saving treatments.

Client Communication:

• Educate and provide information to pet owners regarding care, medications, and treatment plans.

Record Keeping:

• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records for each patient.

• Ensure compliance with documentation requirements.

Animal Restraint:

• Safely restrain animals during exams, treatments, and procedures.

Surgical Assistance:

• Prepare surgical suite and surgical instruments.

• Assist veterinarians and other technicians during procedures.

• Monitor pets before and after surgery, providing post-operative care.

Cleaning and Sterilization:

• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment

About Us:

We have been a part of the Lafayette community as an AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) accredited hospital since 1972. We have always strived to be a presence in the Acadiana community and help those in and around our area. We uphold over 900 standards of excellence every year. This year, we were chosen for AAHA 2022 Practice of the Year.

We were most recently voted # 1 Veterinary Clinic, #1 Boarding and Doggie Daycare, and top 3 in Grooming at the Best of Acadian Awards for 2023!

2022 AAHA-accredited Practice of the Year award winner Lafayette Veterinary Care Center

https://www.lafayettevets.com

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.