Veterinary Technician
Location
Houston, Texas
- Category
- Veterinary Technician
- Job ID
- 32242
- Role Type
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Champions Forest Animal Clinic
Job description
We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in providing quality care for animals and support the daily operations of our veterinary practice.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assist veterinarians in routine examinations and surgical procedures
- Perform laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood counts
- Administer medications and vaccines under veterinarian supervision
- Radiology, including dental.
- Maintain accurate records of patient treatments and progress
- Provide compassionate care to animals in distress
- Monitor anesthesia during surgical procedures
- Exposure and handling of exotic animals (not avian)
- Experience and competency performing dental prophylaxis
**Qualifications:**
- Certification as a Veterinary Technician or Vet Tech experience
- Proficiency in dog handling, pet care, and veterinary procedures
- Knowledge of aseptic techniques and animal anatomy
- Familiarity with X-ray procedures
- Experience in animal handling
- Understanding of animal physiology
- Prior knowledge of Avimark operating system is a plus
- Experience with exotics is a plus
Joining our team offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you can make a difference in the lives of animals every day.
We are a small animal clinic, all of the team is cross-trained. You will receive CSR training to ensure daily hospital operations run smoothly, and to be able to jump in wherever needed.
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
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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