Veterinary Technician - Non-Credentialed

Job description:

Job Overview:

303 Animal Clinic is in Grand Prairie, TX and is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our animal care team. As a Veterinary Technician, you will play an important role in providing top-notch medical care and support to our patients. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and animal-loving professional to work in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Duties:

- Assist veterinarians with medical procedures and surgeries, including animal catheterization and dog handling.
- Provide routine and specialized veterinary care, including pet care and grooming.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of animal treatments, test results, and medical histories.
- Perform laboratory tests, administer vaccinations, and monitor animal health.
- Collaborate with veterinarians to develop and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Handle and restrain animals safely and humanely.
- Assist with dog training and animal husbandry.
- Clean and maintain the hospital's equipment, kennels, and surgical areas.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest veterinary terminology and critical care techniques.

Experience:

- Preferred experience in training vet tech skills to other new Vet Assistance.

-Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital or clinic is preferred.
- Knowledge of animal anatomy is essential.
- Ability to lift and move animals and equipment as needed.
- Experience with animal catheterization and animal husbandry is a significant asset.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once.

Skills:

- Strong knowledge of veterinary terminology.

-Experience in monitoring pets under Anesthesia and Surgical monitoring.
- Experience with veterinary critical care techniques.
- Ability to handle and restrain dogs safely and humanely.
- Understanding of animal anatomy and animal husbandry practices.
- Ability to perform animal catheterization.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once.
- A commitment to providing exceptional patient care and a passion for the well-being of animals.

Job Types: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada.  Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. 

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next 

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life. 

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

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.