p>Certified Veterinary Technician Job Overview: Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients and emergencies, administration of vaccines, animal husbandry, collection of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication with staff and clients, surgical preparation, assistance in anesthetic management. Ability to foster positive work environment for colleagues and clients Strong affinity for animals Outstanding people skills Pass a drug screen test Pass a criminal background check Be able to lift, as needed, at least forty pounds of weight Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment Undeterred by being scratched and bitten by patients A good team player.