Veterinary Technician

Company: Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC
Location: Sherman
Posted on: September 26, 2024

Job Description:

Practice:
The

Texoma Veterinary Hospital

is run by talented individuals who are truly passionate about animals and the people who love them. Established in 1984 in

Sherman, Texas

, our team includes skilled veterinarians, friendly service, and

first-class medicine

in a welcoming facility.

Our veterinarians

are members of the

Texas Academy of Veterinarians

and one a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners.

Texoma Veterinary Hospital is excited to announce our expansion and remodel are now complete. We are eager to expand our medicine even further with new CT, dentistry suite, special procedure room, and more


Position Purpose:
The Veterinary Assistant
assists the veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures.
Credentialed Technician Competencies:

Patience & Compassion:
Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.

Collaboration & Teamwork:
Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results

. Sharing ideas and being open to other's ideas.
Communicating
:
Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.

Active Listening:
Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
Organization Skills
: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
Client Satisfaction:
Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.


Essential Responsibilities:
Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
Any other duties as assigned.


Requirements/Qualifications:
Ability to work on weekends as required
Previous veterinary experience preferred
Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety


Benefits Offered:
Paid time off
Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
Retirement benefits or accounts
Bonus incentive
Flexible work schedules
Career and professional development
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.

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