Veterinary Technician (PT)
Company: Southern Veterinary Partners
Location: Keller
Posted on: May 7, 2022
Job Description:
Parkside Animal Hospital is located in Keller, Texas and has
been serving the community since 2000. We are a full-service animal
hospital providing veterinary care to dogs and cats and offer
services such as routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Here
at Parkside Animal Hospital we are dedicated to providing the
highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly,
compassionate service. We believe in treating every patient as if
they were our own pet, and give them the same loving attention and
care. We are a group of highly trained, experienced animal lovers
who are devoted to giving our patients the best care possible. If
you are a passionate and caring team player looking for a
drama-free work environment, please apply today! The Veterinary
Technician (Vet Tech) is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in
the care of animals. The Vet Tech helps during patient examinations
and surgical procedures by restraining animals when necessary,
stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing
tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Vet Techs
also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient
files. This position may perform an initial evaluation of the
animal's condition, clean and wrap wounds, check vital statistics,
collect samples and administer medication.
- Assist doctors with appointments, surgery, and client education
per hospital policy.
- Perform initial evaluation of the pet's condition and advise
doctor regarding nature of visit, preventative care due and client
concerns.
- Obtain and prepare laboratory samples as requested by the
veterinarian, i.e. urine, fecal and ear cytology.
- Notify the doctor of lab results in a timely fashion.
- Restrain animals in a safe, efficient and compassionate manner
during examinations and procedures.
- Prepare and set up for surgical procedures while utilizing
knowledge of proper sterile field requirements.
- Monitor recovery of surgery patients and communicate with
owners per hospital policy.
- Accurately prepare and dispense medications as directed by the
doctor, ensuring that medications are added to the pet's record and
appropriately charged to the client.
- Know vaccination guidelines within the hospital and administer
vaccinations under the direction of the doctor.
- Monitor hospitalized pets and perform treatments as directed by
the doctor.
- Utilize hospital computer systems to document medical records
and communicate with clients and teammates.
- Associates Degree in Veterinary -Technology required
- Experience as a Veterinary Technician, preferred.
- Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT,
LVT, or LVMT).
- Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday
shifts.
- Must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of
Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be
able to manage stressful situations.
- Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast
paced and challenging environment.
- Medical procedures and animal handling will be trained
thoroughly on the job; however, excellent communication skills, a
sense of urgency, and working harmoniously with teammates is
required.
- Must be dependable, demonstrate strong work ethic, and a
willingness to learn.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Competitive salary, based on experience and expertise
- Discounted Veterinary Care
- Teladoc
- A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all
share common interest in promoting a collaborative working
environment and individual career growth
- Opportunity to make an impact in your community while -tackling
-a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals
-among a great team of people!#LVTSJ
Keywords: Southern Veterinary Partners, Keller , Veterinary Technician (PT), Professions , Keller, Texas
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