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Certified Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health

#Preventative Care #Ultrasound #Anesthesia #Client Communication #Veterinary Technician #Radiography #Animal Health #Exotic Pets #Surgical Assistance

Quick overview

The Certified Veterinary Technician will be responsible for animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, and management of medical and hospitalized cases. Additional duties include administering medications, communicating treatment plans with clients, and assisting in surgical procedures.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be a Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license and have excellent client communication skills. A minimum of 1 year of professional experience is preferred, along with comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures and safe animal restraint techniques.

professional certificateMedication AdministrationNursing CareTriageClient CommunicationAnimal RestraintDiagnostic ImagingVeterinary ProceduresAnesthesia AdministrationHospital OperationsPreventative CareSurgical PreparationLab Sample CollectionSurgical MonitoringRadiographic PositioningAnesthetic ManagementSample Collection Methods

Job description

Company DescriptionCentral Hospital for Animals’ Herrin location is the heart of comprehensive medical care in southern Illinois.
We are a team of client-focused doctors bringing over two hundred years of quality experience to the table.
We are an AAHA-accredited practice that has provided high-quality service to southern Illinois for over forty-five years.Central Hospital for Animal specializes in dentistry, preventative care, reproductive medicine, and exotic pets.
Our facility is stocked with the latest innovations in animal health so we can deliver full laboratory and pharmacy service in-house.
We utilize the latest equipment, providing digital radiology, ultrasound, CO2 laser, therapy laser, and twenty-four-hour emergency service.
We are the leading referral site for orthopedic and joint repair, along with more involved surgeries; this enables us to get our clients the help they need efficiently.
We do everything with the goal of giving the pets of Herrin and beyond happy, healthy lives!Our hours of operation are:Monday & Wednesday: 7:30 AM — 8 PMTuesday & Thursday: 7:30 AM — 6 PMFriday: 7:30 AM — 5 PMSaturday: 8 AM- 2 PMWe are closed on SundaysTo learn more about us, go to: https://centralvet.netJob 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 you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.QualificationsWe’re Looking For:A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not requiredConsistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shiftsAvailability to work some SaturdaysExcellent client communication and medical record management skillsComprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operationsExpertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniquesProficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimensExperience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plusExperience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoringCommitment to professional ethics and continuous learningAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazardsThe ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.Additional InformationPay range: $18 - $22/hr dependent on experienceWe offer our staff:Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program Career Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions!

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Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Referral Bonus Program

Paid Vacation

401k

Supplemental Insurance

FSA

HSA

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Sick Time

401k Matching Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Liability Insurance

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

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