Job Overview
Join our veterinary team as a Veterinary Technician and become a vital part of providing exceptional animal care! You will assist veterinarians in delivering comprehensive medical services, ensuring the comfort and well-being of our beloved pets and animals In a rural but busy veterinary clinic just 30 minutes east of Columbus. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about animal health, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day!
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 to ensure safety for both animals and staff during treatments or procedures.
- Conduct laboratory tests such as blood work, urinalysis, and other diagnostic assays to support accurate diagnoses.
- Maintain detailed records of patient histories, treatments, and laboratory results with precision and attention to detail.
- Handle X-ray procedures including positioning animals correctly and processing images for review by veterinarians.
- Manage animal husbandry duties such as feeding, cleaning enclosures, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring overall animal welfare.
- Support veterinary critical care efforts by monitoring vital signs, administering medications via catheterization or injections, and providing compassionate animal care during recovery.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong understanding of veterinary terminology, animal anatomy, physiology, and laboratory procedures.
- Experience with dental terminology related to pet dental care procedures.
- Knowledge of aseptic techniques essential for surgical prep and infection control.
- Skilled in animal restraint techniques
- Familiarity with X-ray imaging processes and laboratory testing methods used in veterinary medicine.
- Ability to perform animal catheterization safely while maintaining aseptic conditions.
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
