Veterinary Technician
hace 4 días
Jacksonville
Job Description WHO WE NEED We LOVE to train! We are looking for an individual who... • Is compassionate and empathetic., • Is able to maintain positive, cooperative relationships with other employees., • Conducts themself in a confident and professional manner at all times., • Is comfortable learning and utilizing computer systems., • Comfortably restrains pets, even when pets are nervous and frightened., • Enjoys educating clients., • Has confidence in their communication skills., • Takes initiative to keep busy, learn more, and to make improvements., • Has experience with preparing financial estimates and reviewing them with a client., • Calmly and effectively works as part of a team under emergency circumstances., • Is detail-oriented., • Physical effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods of time, frequently works in a bent position., • Expansive customer service skills, • Phlebotomy techniques for canines and felines, • Abdominal, thoracic, orthopedic and dental radiology, • Ultrasonography, • Dental scaling and polishing, • Medical record-keeping, • Canine and feline animal restraint, • Animal anatomy and physiology, • Canine and feline animal diseases and conditions, • Anesthetic preparation, intubation, and anesthetic monitoring, • Diagnostic sampling and analysis: fecal flotation, urinalysis, skin scraping, cytology, fungal culture, PCV, blood smear, fine needle aspirate, and more!, • Medical terminology, • Pharmacology, • Emergency and critical care, • Vaccines and vaccination schedules, • Fluid therapy procedures, • Basic grooming services, • IV catheter placement in canines and felines, • Laser therapy BENEFITS • Health insurance, • Vision insurance, • Dental insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • 401(k) matching, • Discounts on veterinary care, daycare, boarding and grooming for personal pets, • Tuition sponsorship for a Veterinary Technology Associate's Degree from Penn Foster College, • Advancement opportunities, • Unlimited continuing education opportunities, • Tickets to local sports games, including Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Icemen, • Participation in community events, fundraisers and donation drives, • Annual salary raises based upon performance, growth and attitude, • 4-day work week (enjoy 3 days off!), • Birthdays off!, • Family-feel environment, • 40 hours per week, • 4 days per week, • Must be available to work every other weekend, • Overtime available Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Continuing education credits, • Dental insurance, • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Flexible spending account, • Health insurance, • Health savings account, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Professional development assistance, • Retirement plan, • Tuition reimbursement, • Uniform allowance