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Licensed Veterinary Technician

Cascade Park Animal Hospital, Vancouver, WA, United States


Cascade Park Animal Hospital is looking for an amazing LVT to join our team! We are a long standing, 3 doctor practice, with a great team who go above and beyond for our furry patients.

*Roles & Responsibilities*
Customer Service
- Facilitate client communications and education (phone, text, email and in-person)
- Interact with veterinary professionals with a team based attitude
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records

Technology Focus
- Fielding and responding to electronic communications
- Utilize cloud-based software application (EzyVet)

Patient Care
- Safe and reliable restraint
- Advanced mathematics
- Support appointment related activities as needed (i.e. obtaining histories, TPRs / weights, assisting with medical records)
- Perform standard appointment procedures (i.e. vaccinations, nail trims, ear cleanings, etc.)
- Complete hospital admissions (i.e. verifying consent forms, patient information, medications, and fasting status)
- Perform routine technical procedures including but not limited to venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and fluid therapy administration (including calculation of rates of flow)
- Induce, maintain and monitor patients under sedation and general anesthesia
- Perform therapeutic procedures and complete diagnostics (including laboratory and radiology imaging studies)
- Assist with surgical and dental procedures as directed

Equipment
- Perform routine maintenance (as needed) to ensure equipment is in working order
- Clean and care for surgical instruments (including wrapping packs and managing the autoclave cycles)
- Trouble shoot with equipment support to resolve any issues

Facilities
- Maintain a clean and inviting environment, adhering to OSHA requirements
- Comply with and complete requirements related to the administration and management of controlled substances, ensuring DEA compliance

Training
- Participate in the development and training of other technicians and veterinary assistants (under the direction of the PM and Medical Director)
- Participate in annual compliance training programs, including radiation safety

Compensation & Benefits:

- Competitive salary based on experience
- CE / Discretionary allowance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Pet discounts
- 401(k)
- Medical benefits - Employer contributed premiums
- Dental / Vision benefits available
- Scrub allowance

Success in this Role:
- 2+ years of veterinary experience
- 4+ years of customer service experience
- Associate or Bachelors degree preferred
- VTS / LVT / RVT certification (required, or can be reinstated within the first ninety days)
- A strong passion for helping others and our patients
- Ability to communicate confidently and compassionately with veterinary professionals across different roles
- Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks efficiently
- Strong personal accountability, reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to following through on responsibilities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $26.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Paid time off

Application Question(s):
* Are you able to work Saturdays?

Work Location: In person