Veterinary Technician

Join our team and become a vital part of providing compassionate care to the animals of our community! Grant Pet Hospital & Urgent Care is a fast-paced clinic serving our community with both urgent care and general practice appointments. We use state-of-the-art equipment and value team collaboration, continuous learning, and a positive workplace culture. We are looking for a dedicated veterinary assistant/technician who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working with pets and clients, and is committed to high-quality medicine and care.

What We Offer

• Exposure to a variety of cases with 4 veterinarians on staff
• Rotating tech shifts to maximize learning opportunities
• Full-time position (minimum 30 hours/week) with rotating Saturdays
• Supportive and positive team culture. Our team is better as one unit together.

Job Expectations:

• Positivity and team collaboration.
• Provide compassionate care for our patients including routine care, critical care, and end of life care
• Assist with animal restraint and handling during exams, treatments, and procedures to ensure safety for both animals and staff.
• Assist with urgent care cases, hospitalization, and surgical procedures.
• Collect and prepare laboratory samples for both in-house use and referral laboratory use.
• Perform IV catheter placement and medication administration
• Assist with radiographs, ultrasound, anesthesia, general surgery, dental surgery, and dental radiographs
• Maintain timely and thorough medical record keeping
• Educate and partner with clients to help them make the best decisions for their pets.
• Maintain cleanliness and aseptic techniques in treatment areas, surgical suites to uphold infection control standards.
• Help manage front desk duties such as scheduling appointments, answering client inquiries, and processing patient records efficiently.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary clinic experience (of at least 1 year) required.
• Registered Veterinary Technician and/or Veterinary Assistant certification preferred
• Ability to work independently and with others in a fast paced environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to work
• Must pass a background check and drug screen
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, reach, and stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to reach, bend at the knees and stand for long periods of time while working in a busy environment.