Registered Veterinary Technician

Company: Companion Animal Medical Center - Shreveport
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

Company DescriptionCompanion Animal Medical Center is proud to serve Shreveport, LA and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of Veterinary Medicine, ensuring compassionate service each and every time. We offer a wide variety of services, such as wellness care appointments, surgery, ultrasound, radiology, therapeutic laser, neuromuscular electrical stimulation, rehabilitation services, and also boarding! We have an Online Pharmacy to help clients with simple prescription requests.Our hours of operation are:Monday - Friday: 7:30 am - 5:30 pmWe are closed on weekendsCheck us out by clicking here!Job DescriptionJob duties include, but are not limited to:Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.Whether youre looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, youll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.QualificationsWere looking for:A registered veterinary technician, 1+ year experience preferred but not requiredA high work ethic and positive attitude team memberAbility to arrive on-time and ready to workExceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate preciselyInterpret medical records and record client history accuratelyKnowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flowAbility to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe mannerProficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skinAbility to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and testsProficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plusProficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoringA self-starter with the desire to continue to advance ones knowledge and skillsetAbility to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiencyAdditional InformationWe offer our staff:Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL EmployeesPaid Bereavement ProgramPaid Parental Leave ProgramCompetitive CompensationContinuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)Tuition Assistance ProgramAccess to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn FosterCareer Development OpportunitiesReferral Bonus Program for most positions!Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.*Note some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/by Jobble

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