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Veterinary Technician

American Veterinary Group (AVG), Montgomery, AL, United States


Description
Our hospital is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.

The Veterinary Technician is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Technician helps during initial examinations by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Technical skills will include, but are not limited to: venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia administration, and monitoring, dental prophylaxis, radiography, administering medications, performing laboratory analysis, and client education. The Veterinary Technician also communicates with clients (pet owners) and updates patient files.

Department & Location
Department: General Practice Hospitals

Location: Pet Care Center

Ideal Candidate

Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands-on environment.

Energetic people- and pet-person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills.

Compassionate and caring.

Willing to work flexible hours including weekends.

Can work individually, as well as on a team.

Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction.

Prior experience preferred.

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

Prior Customer Service Experience.

Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Current state licensure in good standing for Veterinary Technician roles.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options).

401k Match.

Generous paid time off (PTO).

Six weeks of paid Parental Leave.

One Work/Life Balance day off.

Short-term and long-term disability options.

Supplemental insurance options.

Discounted Veterinary Care.

Scrub allowance.

Hands-on and e-training.

Professional growth opportunities.

Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician students.

Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians.

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