Experienced veterinarian technician

Calling all Veterinary Technicians! Are you feeling underutilized? Maybe a little undervalued? Do you feel you're losing touch with some skills you worked so hard to master? If you want to be recognized for your accomplishments and empowered to put those hard-earned talents to work, you may be the ideal candidate Summit Dog and Cat Hospital is looking for!

Summit Dog and Cat Hospital is on the hunt for an experienced (4 years minimum) or licensed veterinary technician who is looking to take the plunge into a hands on role. Our goal is to establish and maintain the highest standards of patient care while fostering a supportive and enjoyable work environment that encourages camaraderie and personal growth. If you’re looking to challenge yourself and others to be the best you can be, you may be a great fit for our Veterinary Technician position. In addition to practicing excellent medicine with exceptional people, Summit Dog and Cat offers consistent scheduling, outstanding work-life balance, and tons of awesome benefits to support a healthy and positive work environment.

As a veterinary hospital leader, you should be ready to:

-Assist veterinarians in providing medical care to animals

-Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians

-Monitor animals during surgery and recovery

-Prepare and maintain laboratory samples and records

-Care for boarding and hospitalized pet. This includes medications, walking and all care needed during their stay with us

-Client call backs, refill medications

-Take and develop X-rays

-Provide compassionate care and comfort to animals and their owners

-Start the Drs notes

-Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms, treatment areas, and kennels

Skills:

-Proficient in dog handling and animal restraint techniques

-Understanding of veterinary critical care practices

-Cornerstone experience a plus

-Knowledge of aseptic technique for surgical procedures

-Familiarity with laboratory procedures and equipment

-Knowledge of animal physiology and anatomy

-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail, stand on your feet for extended periods of time. Lift over 50 pounds

-Excellent communication skills with both clients and team members

Let your passion for people, pets, and veterinary care shine every day.

*Broaden your skillset by exploring new services such as exotic medicine and anesthesia, surgery and dentals

*Expect mentoring and support as you grow and advance your career- The more you know, the better off we are!

*Offer guidance and assistance to foster personal and professional developpement within your team of technicians.

*Offer guidance and direction to the tech team on a daily basis

*Attend regular meetings with other department heads and your tech team, encouraging open communication and collaboration

*Create and manage schedules for your team of technicians

*Be willing to be part of a workplace where genuinely appreciating each other is more than some motivational poster on the wall

*Opportunity to work with vets that enjoy seeing small mammals, reptiles, birds and some wildlife.

What's in it for you:

*Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work-life balance

*Employee benefits

*Opportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your community

*A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness!

*Occasional coffee runs, and meals on us

* 4 to 5 work weeks​

*Rotating shifts

*No on-call shifts or holiday holiday hours

Like what you’ve read? You miss every shot you don't take; don't miss this one, and apply today!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 4 years in a gp veterinary setting?

Experience:

• Veterinary Technician experience in a gp setting: 4 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person