Job Overview
Bae Veterinary Services dba The Peaceable Kingdom Animal Hospital in Ephrata, PA is seeking a passionate and dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our veterinary team! In this vital role, you will provide exceptional support in delivering high-quality animal care, assisting veterinarians with medical procedures, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for our animal patients. Your expertise will help facilitate smooth clinic operations, enhance pet well-being, and foster positive experiences for pet owners. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your veterinary skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and their families.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures by preparing equipment and maintaining a sterile environment using aseptic techniques.
- Perform animal restraint and handling with confidence, ensuring safety for both animals and staff during examinations and treatments.
- Conduct laboratory tests, prepare samples, and interpret results to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Manage pet care routines including feeding, grooming, administering medications, and monitoring vital signs to ensure optimal animal health.
- Maintain detailed medical records, update patient files, and document procedures accurately in compliance with clinic protocols.
- Support dental procedures by understanding dental terminology, assisting with cleaning, polishing, and applying treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
- Operate diagnostic equipment such as X-ray machines, ensuring proper positioning and safety measures are followed at all times.
- Handle of cats and dogs with professionalism and compassion.
- Assist with animal husbandry tasks such as cleaning kennels and ensuring a clean environment conducive to recovery.
- Participate in ongoing training to stay current with veterinary terminology, critical care techniques, and advancements in animal physiology.
Skills
- Proven kennel experience demonstrating knowledge of animal care routines and facility maintenance.
- Strong understanding of veterinary terminology related to animal anatomy, physiology, and medical procedures.
- Laboratory experience including sample collection, processing, and analysis.
- Knowledge of animal catheterization procedures and restraint techniques for various species.
- Familiarity with X-ray operation.
- Excellent animal handling skills combined with a compassionate approach to pet care and owner communication.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail in all tasks performed. Join us as an Experienced Veterinary Technician where your dedication fuels compassionate animal care! We’re committed to fostering an energetic environment that values your skills while supporting your professional growth every step of the way.
Schedule
Benefits
- PTO and Sick Leave
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Simple IRA
- Generous Pet Benefit Discount
- Scrub Allowance
- Continuing Education Opportunities
The ideal candidate would have at least two years experience and is comfortable with venipuncture, vaccine protocols, placing IV catheters, client education, inducing/monitoring/recovering anesthesia patients, preparing laboratory samples, running in house blood work, proper disinfecting technique, radiology positioning, restraint, and regular animal husbandry. *Pay based on experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person
