Veterinary Technician
- $22 to $25 Hourly
- Vision , Medical , Dental , Life Insurance , Retirement
- Full-Time
Quakertown Veterinary Clinic is seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians to join our ER team! At Quakertown Veterinary Clinic, our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality veterinary care for our patients and an exceptional level of service for the owners who love them. We are open 24/7 and provide both emergency and routine treatment for all types of pets, including cats, dogs, horses, farm animals and exotic pets.
Our Veterinary Technicians play an essential role in our success by supporting doctors in the hospital, caring for patients, and interacting closely with clients in regards to patient care. Our ideal candidate must have previous experience as a Veterinary Technician and a desire to work in emergency medicine.
Part-time and full-time positions available. Available shift options include 8AM-8PM, 12PM-12AM, 2PM-12AM or 10PM-8AM. In order to best serve our clients and their pets, rotating on-call shifts and select holidays are required for this position.
$3,000 sign-on bonus for full-time candidates!
Overnight, mid-shift and weekend schedules eligible for shift differentials!
Responsibilities:
- Broad knowledge of basic small animal medicine (pharmacology, proper restraint/handling, venipuncture, laboratory testing) Opportunities for growth and learning with large animal service.
- Triage – identify emergencies and illnesses
- Perform various treatments on an in-house and outpatient basis including but not limited to placing feeding tubes, intravenous catheter placement and more
- Knowledge of medical terminology, medication and disease processes
- Administer oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular and intravenous medications
- Position and capture digital radiographs
- Computer skills
- Effective verbal and written communication with both clients and team members
- Anesthesia: induction, monitoring, troubleshooting and recovery
- Attention to detail and calm demeanor
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Low stress handling of patients
- Advocate for patients
Qualifications:
- Previous veterinary practice experience required
- CVT or equivalent preferred
- Ability to stay calm and efficient during times of high tension
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Ability to prioritize tasks and multi-task
Whether you are looking to jumpstart or advance your career in the veterinary field, Quakertown Veterinary Clinic might be the right opportunity for you! We are interested in employing hardworking individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of animals and their veterinary care.
Quakertown Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary practice that strives to offer excellent care to our patients. We understand the uniqueness of each pet, and we are committed to working with each pet owner to help ensure his or her pet’s overall wellness. We provide both routine and 24-hour emergency care services to the tri-county area surrounding Quakertown, Pennsylvania. Our highly trained staff and state-of-the-art equipment are important to the care we provide. We are proud to be an accredited member of the American Animal Hospital Association, meeting its high standards for excellence in veterinary care. Whether you are looking to jumpstart or advance your career in the veterinary field, Quakertown Veterinary Clinic might be the right opportunity for you! We are interested in employing hardworking individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of animals and their veterinary care.
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Quakertown Veterinary Clinic
2250 N. Old Bethlehem Pike
Quakertown, PAIndustry
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