Aspetuck Animal Hospital is looking to addacompassionate and skilledVeterinary Technicianto our team.At our Rarebreed clinic, you can help reimagine the veterinary experience in your community. Ourprogressiveenvironment meansyou’llwork collaboratively in our AAHA-accredited, easy-going, yet busy,state-of-the-arthospital. As part of our team,you’llwork with the latest technology, gain access tostate-of-the-arttraining facilities, and collaborate with a positive team to deliver the highest quality of care to the pet patients we all love.
Aspetuck Animal Hospital, a Rarebreed partner, is a busy 3+ doctor, AAHA Accredited, full-service veterinary hospital, and boarding facilitylocatedin the beautiful town of New Preston, CT. Our technologically advanced and progressive practice offers in-house diagnostics, digital radiography, acupuncture, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, and a full surgical suite performing routine procedures, soft tissue procedures, and orthopedics. Our dedicated and friendly staff is committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality medicine with a personal approach. https://aspetuckvet.com/
Veterinary Technician
Aspetuck Animal Hospital in New Preston, CT
$18 - 25 an hour (based on experience)
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Providecompassionate care topetpatients andtheir loved ones
Keepaccuratemedical recordsin accordance withhospital policy
Prepare andmaintainthe exam rooms and treatment areas
Perform physical assessments and recordyourobservations
Diagnostics (Radiographs, ECG, Blood Pressure, Venipuncture)
Placing IV Catheters
Administering treatments
Assisting and monitoring patients during surgery
Providing emergency and critical care to patients
Keep furry friends calm and still during procedures (sometimes using chin scratches!)
Prepare estimates for procedures anddiscussesfinancial commitments with clients
Explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions
Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms, and inform inventory manager when supplies need to be ordered
Assist the Veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental procedures (be comfortable with blooddraws; prepare patients for surgery; administer anesthesia;monitorpatients during surgery and recovery; administer fluids)
Care for all surgical materials and keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery
BENEFITS
Our Comprehensive benefit package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment
- Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
- Continuing education allowance and professional development support
- Mental Health Resources
- Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave
Perks for Your Pets Too!
Because we know how much your pets mean to you, we offer special benefits designed just for them:
- Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
- Diagnostics: Savings on reference lab testing
- Nutrition: Discounts on Purina pet foods
- Insurance: Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner
REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent
Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT)preferred but notrequired
Must have a positive attitude and be a team player
Rarebreed Veterinary Partnersis a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptionalcare for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional workexperiencesfor 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.
Joining our fun and team-first atmosphere comes with a level of supportthat’shard to find anywhere else. Everything we do is with purpose – down to the way we invest in our people and create long-overdue change in the industry.We’rehyper-focused on supporting our professionals, so they can focus on bringing the gold standard of medicine to our patients and their families.
Employment will require the successful completion of references and backgroundcheck.
Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/
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