Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Eastside Veterinary Clinic is a two-doctor facility seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team. We have served the beautiful East Side of Providence community for nearly 25 years! We provide only the best care for cats and dogs and the highest level of service for clients.

Within our facilities, you’ll find a team-oriented atmosphere where wellness and quality of life are prioritized for our staff. You’ll also enjoy a four-day work week with a skilled team of support staff to surround you.

Qualified candidates will be versed and experienced in the following general veterinary technician roles within the clinic:

Exam Rooms:

· Properly restrain patients for examination or treatment. Record information in SOAP as expected

· Conduct appointments such as nail trims, weight checks, ear cleaning, suture removal etc

· Accurately admit patients being dropped off

· Administer vaccines as needed

Laboratory, Pharmacy and Diagnostics:

· Collect blood from jugular, cephalic, and femoral veins in an effective and efficient manner

· Collect and run all routine lab samples: CBC, UA, chemistries

· Process ear swabs for mites and cytology

· Track lab samples (in-house and outside services)

· Fill prescriptions as directed by doctors

· Submit samples to appropriate labs

· Check for/Download lab test results

· Know commonly dispensed medications including dosage, use, and side effects, have a basic understanding of veterinary terminology

· Know bloodwork packages and age requirements

Hospitalization and Treatment:

· Read and interpret patient records, reminder section, call backs

· Give injections as prescribed by doctor

· Perform all treatments and accurately notate in record

· Place IV catheters

· Record and input all charges daily

· Prepare discharge instructions

· Properly clean treatment areas after use

Radiology:

· Know and use appropriate safety precautions for x-rays

· Position patient for x-rays, accurately measure patient and use proper settings

· Know how to trouble shoot and contact information for trouble

· Know maintenance of machine

Surgery/Dentistry:

· Know and use appropriate safety precautions for gas anesthesia

· Prepare patients for routine surgeries

· Administer any preanesthetic medications

· Monitor patient during surgery

· Monitor patient post-surgery

· Clean, pack, and sterilize surgical instruments

· Properly administer and record all controlled substances

· Complete pre-anesthetic lab work when needed

Other Responsibilities:

· Adhere to Employee Handbook

· Maintain a professional appearance (neat and clean, as per Handbook)

· Maintain a professional, courteous attitude

· Attend and participate in all required staff meetings

· Answer phones and respond to emails when needed

· Prepare updated estimate of services to reflect doctor’s recommendations for testing, treatment, etc.

· Perform other related duties as directed by the doctors and manager

An offer from us will include competitive compensation and a well-rounded benefits package including:

Generous wages commensurate with experience

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) eligibility with employer match

Paid time-off for personal use

Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with wellness initiatives

Reimbursement of all licensures

Continuing Education Allowance

Generous Personal pet discounts

Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to successfully perform this job.

Physical Effort and Working Conditions

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Disclaimer

This position description in no way states or implies that the responsibilities and tasks are the only responsibilities and tasks to be performed by the employee occupying this position. S/he will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as required by his/her supervisor/manager.

THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CREATE AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. WE MAINTAIN AN ‘AT WILL’ EMPLOYMENT

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person