Licensed Veterinary Technician

Timberlake Veterinary Hospital is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Credentialed Veterinary Technician to our team.

Timberlake Veterinary Hospital has an experienced and close-knit team that has been servicing the area since 1979. Our practice is in an attractive facility in the busy Holland Plaza Shopping Center. Our beautifully decorated 3,000 square foot hospital includes a reception area, four exam rooms, treatment/prep area with two wet table workstations, an x-ray room, surgical suite, and more!

The hospital has a wonderful work culture with a caring and dedicated team practicing high-quality veterinary medicine. https://timberlakevet.com/Credentialed-Veterinary-Technician

Timberlake Veterinary Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA $19.00 - $23.00 an hour, depending on experience and certification. This role is also eligible for a sign-on bonus!

WHAT YOULL DO

• Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones
• Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
• Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas
• Perform physical assessments and record your observations
• Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients
• Explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions
• Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms, and inform the inventory manager when supplies need to be ordered
• Assist the Veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental procedures (be comfortable with blood draws; prepare patients for surgery; administer anesthesia; monitor patients during surgery and recovery; administer fluids)
• Care for all surgical materials and keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery
• Executes treatment orders, including collecting urine samples via void and express and administering medications - PO, IM, SQ, SL, IV
• Runs lab work including CBC, Chem, LYTES and urinalysis, preps samples for external processing

BENEFITS Were passionate about helping you reach your greatest potential - both at work and at home:

• Competitive compensation and insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match after 6 months
• Generous paid time off and bonding leave
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
• Continuing education allowance and license fee reimbursement
• Employee referral program and uniform allowance
• Plus, special benefits to utilize for your own pet:
• Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing
• Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods
• Pet Insurance: Discounts available with our preferred vendor

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) required
• Must have a positive attitude and be a team player
• At least two years of prior veterinary experience required; prior surgery experience desired

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.

Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/

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