Veterinary Technician /Assistant
Location: Clarksville, Tennessee
Description: Overwatch Animal Hospital is at the momment seeking for Veterinary Technician /Assistant right now, this occupation will be dwelled in Tennessee. For complete informations about this occupation opportunity please read the description below.
Job Description
Overwatch Animal Hospital is a growing 2doctor full service small animal/ exotic animal practice with boarding located inClarksville, TN.
We are looking for a Veterina ry Technician / Assistant with previous animal hospital experience, good communication skills and a friendly personality.
Veterinary Technicians are the foundation of a solid clinical medical practice and the primary support of our doctors. The duties of a technician require practical knowledge of hospital procedures, policies and services; client and patient treatment protocols; hospital computer systems; and the standard procedures, records, and terminology used in a veterinary hospital. They assist in pet restraint, lab work, procedures, surgery, nursing care, and triage/discharge of patients. Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform TPR (temperature, pulse and respiration) assessments, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the veterinarian
- Prep and assist in diagnostic, medical, and surgical procedures
- Triage patients and gather brief medical histories
- Perform laboratory tests and take rad iographs
- Operate and maintain hospital equipment, i.e., EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, syringe pump, anesthetic monitors and machines
- Anesthetize animals and monitor anesthesia under the direction and supervision of the veterinarian
- Communicate with clients/owners about the status of patients, as directed by the veterinarian
- Fill prescriptions/administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs
- Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms (after each patient), reception areas, hospital grounds, and treatment areas, as needed
- Clean cages, as needed
- Do laundry
- Communicate patient status with oncoming staff and veterinarians, and update records and financial information, as needed, in the computer
- Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, and/or pain
- Communicate and approach job duties in a mature manner
- Foster teamwork approach and work well with all levels of hospital team members
- Participate in on-call schedule as assigned
- Participate in all staff and technician/assistant mandatory staff meetings
- Answer phones and perform other reception duties as needed by the hospital
- Proactive role in developing new skills and furthering knowledge base by attending CE.
- Demonstrate flexibility to float to other departments in times of need
- Support the team in welcoming new employees and assist in the training process when needed
Proficiency
- Clinical laboratory procedures
- Medication calculations and administration
- Venipuncture
- Intubation
- Catheter placement
- Animal restraint
- Vital sign monitoring
- Client communications
- Radiographic technique and anesthesiology
Qualifications
Expertise/Certifications
Current Vete rinary Technician Registration or Certification or Appropriate equivalent work experience
Education
Graduate of an accredited veterinary technology program (preferred)
High School diploma or equivalent
Work Experience
One or more years’ experience in veterinary environment, including intern assignments
Physical and Other Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (work requires lifting, carrying, and restraining animals â€" with assistance from other staff members for animals weighing over 50 pounds)
Ability to walk or stand for 10 to 12 hours (or longer shifts, as needed); frequently working in a bent position
Ability to handle stressful situations
Work weekends / Holidays
Ability to complete assigned tasks, even if extended work hours are required in order to do so
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- Veterinary Technician: 1 year
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This occupation will be opened on: Sat, 19 May 2018 14:03:42 GMT