Certified Veterinary Technician
•6 days ago
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$27 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Aspen, Colorado |
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Certified Veterinary Technician - Careers At Wellhaven Pet Health
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h2Certified Veterinary Technician/h2
bDepartment:/b
Veterinary Technician
bLocation:/b
Aspen, CObr /
bSalary:/b
$27 - $41 Per Hourbr /
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divpWellHaven Pet Health is built on a foundation of "Well People, Well Pets, Well Practice, and Well Community" it's the heart of everything we do. With over 40 hospitals and growing, we are committed to supporting our teams with a positive culture, strong mentorship, and opportunities for growth. Our collaborative, team-centered approach ensures that both pets and people receive the care and support they deserve. Join us in shaping the future of veterinary medicine - Come Grow with Us!/p
pstrongJob Summary /strong/p
pThe Veterinary Technician is a vital member of our veterinary team, pivotal in delivering exceptional veterinary care to animals. This position involves supporting veterinarians to ensure the highest standards of veterinary medicine, educating clients, and delivering compassionate patient care. /p
pstrongKey Responsibilities /strong/p
pMain Accountabilities: /p
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liAssist in the examination, treatment, and monitoring of animals under the supervision of a veterinarian. Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed. Monitor vital signs, collect samples for laboratory analysis, and perform diagnostic tests /li
liPrepare and analyze laboratory samples such as blood, urine, and feces. Operate and maintain laboratory equipment. Perform diagnostic tests, interpret results, and record findings accurately in patient records /li
liPrepare surgical suites, instruments, and patients for surgery. Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures by providing appropriate equipment and medications, monitoring anesthesia, and providing post-operative care /li
liEducate clients about Wellness Plans, animal care, nutrition, medication administration, and disease prevention /li
liMaintain thorough and accurate medical charting for all patients, consistently meeting hospital quality control standards /li
liEnsure the proper maintenance and functioning of hospital equipment to support patient care /li
liAssist in managing hospital supplies, including inventory tracking and restocking as necessary /li
liContribute to the day-to-day flow and efficiency of the hospital, collaborating with team members to optimize operations /li
liAct as an advocate for the overall success and performance of the hospital /li
liPerform select reception duties, such as triaging phone calls, scheduling appointments, and facilitating the intake and discharge of patients /li
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pCustomer Service Delivery: /p
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liConsistently provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service /li
liDemonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills when interacting with the veterinary team and clients/li
liEffectively adapt to individual clients and their needs /li
liEffectively resolve customer complaints as appropriate /li
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pOther: /p
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liAdhere to OSHA standards and regulations as outlined in company policies/li
liAbility to perform other job duties as assigned/li
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pstrongRequired Skills and Knowledge /strong/p
pAbility to: /p
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liStay up to date with the latest advancements in veterinary medicine through ongoing professional development and continuing education to maintain certification and improve knowledge and skills /li
liWork independently and exercise good judgment /li
liMulti-task effectively /li
liComplete work, maintaining a high level of accuracy while managing constant interruptions /li
liRemain action-oriented and effectively set priorities /li
liWork well in an extremely fast-paced work environment, remaining calm and resilient /li
liExhibit proactive initiative in addressing tasks and challenges as they arise /li
liLearn new computer software systems (EMR, Scheduling, etc.) /li
liProvide a high level of accountability /li
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pExperience/Knowledge in: /p
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liHandling and restraining dogs, cats, and exotic animals /li
liProviding basic animal care, such as feeding, bathing, grooming, and monitoring for signs of distress or illness/li
liKnowledge of and experience with common veterinary medical procedures, including surgery, dentistry, radiology, laboratory diagnostics, and anesthesia management /li
liFamiliarity with veterinary medical terminology and abbreviations used in patient records and communication /li
liUnderstanding of veterinary medications, including dosage calculations, drug interactions, and administration methods /li
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pDemonstrates: /p
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liStrong customer service focus while effectively adapting to individual clients and their needs /li
liExcellent communication skills and the ability to manage a variety of emotional situations � remaining empathetic, compassionate, and approachable /li
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pstrongEducation and Experience/strong/p
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liHigh school diploma or equivalent associate degree a plus! /li
liMust have and maintain a valid certification, registration, or licensing. CVT, RVT, or LVT (state specific) /li
li1+ years of veterinary hospital experience /li
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pstrongWork Location, Environment, and Physical Requirements /strong/p
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liThe Vet Technician position is performed onsite at our hospital or an approved offsite event location. Remote work is not available for this position /li
liHospital environment includes limited space, smells from pet waste, and noise (barking, etc.) /li
liSchedules may include 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays /li
liGood hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information /li
liSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus /li
liAbility to lift 50+ pounds /li
liAble to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb /li
liMay routinely be exposed to pets that may bite or scratch, biological hazards, anesthesia medications (smells), radiation if near an Xray machine, prescription medications, including controlled substances /li
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pstrongAdditional Information /strong/p
pOur hospital is part of the WellHaven Pet Health (�WellHaven�) network of hospitals. This allows us to have a more extensive and stronger support system, connecting with other hospitals in the area while remaining autonomous. /p
pWellHaven helps veterinarians, and their teams succeed both personally and professionally. We value our medical teams and strive to support each team member each and every day. Our focus on personal growth, practice support, and life balance frame the relationship we want to have with our hospital teams. This people-first approach has made a considerable difference in the lives of our teams, clients, pets, our communities, and the health of our hospitals. /p
pWe�ve been recognized in Inc. Magazine for making a difference in our community and in Forbes for being named one of America's Best Startup Employers. It is an exciting time to be part of the WellHaven team and an excellent time for you to consider joining us!/p
pPlease learn more about WellHaven at www.wellhaven.com. /p
pstrongWellHaven Benefits /strong/p
pWellHaven offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package. /p
pPlease review our benefits package at: https://wellhaven.com/wellhaven-employment-benefits/ /p
pstrongCommitment to Diversity/strong/p
pWellHaven is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WellHaven is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and/or local laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including transgender status), marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, age, military or veteran status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other status protected by law. /p
pIn accordance with federal, state, and local law, WellHaven may provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of applicants during the hiring process unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on WellHaven. For more information, please contact WellHaven HR at HR@wellhaven.com. /p
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