Veterinary Technician

JOB SUMMARY

A Veterinary Technician is integral to supporting our veterinary clinic in providing comprehensive medical area for animals. Responsibilities include preparing animals for medical procedures, administering treatments, conducting lab work, maintaining clinic cleanliness and inventory, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. Exceptional customer service is essential in client education and addressing their needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities listed are not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties that are required of the position. Responsibilities, tasks, duties, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prepare animal for veterinarian by reviewing animal’s medical records and client’s needs and by taking animal’s vital signs, drawing blood for testing, and preparing and administering vaccines
• Provide excellent customer service by educating clients and answering questions on available services, general animal care, preventative medications, dietary recommendations, annual vaccines, medication instructions and scheduling appointments
• Process patient prescriptions and medication instructions based on veterinarian’s direction
• Prepare animals for surgery, monitor patients during surgery, and observe during recovery phase
• Clean and disinfect all clinic areas and surgery equipment including but not limited to kennels and cages, exams rooms, linens, sanitization of prep areas, disposing of sharps properly, making surgical packs and sterilizing instruments
• Perform animal lab work including collecting blood, urine, and fecal samples, taking X-rays, and obtaining test results
• Complete all necessary paperwork and data entry of veterinarian notes, services provided, rabies certificates, and other medical records
• Input patient charges, handle financial transactions of services rendered and reconcile receipts
• Use proper animal restraint techniques for the safety and well-being of the animal and the team
• Maintain and organize inventory and restock supplies, as needed
• Perform and assist with other lab testing or medical procedures, as directed
• Assist with other areas of clinic, including reception, as needed
• Support the smooth operation of the animal clinic