Veterinary Technician or Assistant

At LaCroix Veterinary Hospital we have a friendly staff and great veterinarians to meet the needs of all your furry family members. Providing them with the best health care is our mission, and doing so with compassion and the highest level of expertise is our goal each and every day.

Responsibilities

• Taking histories and providing initial client education
• Assisting with surgical procedures and patient monitoring
• Care of hospitalized patients
• Daily callbacks to clients
• Restraining patients
• Assisting in taking radiographs
• Giving IV & IM injections
• Dispensing controlled drugs
• Placing IV catheters and maintaining feeding tubes and urinary catheters
• Performing cytology’s
• Monitor Surgical procedures.
• Lab Diagnostics
• Following opening/closing procedures for the hospital
• Performing routine cleaning

Requirements and Qualifications

· At least 1 year of related experience as a lead

· Exceptional Customer Service and Communication Skills

· Positive attitude

· Must be able to multitask and thrive in a team environment

· Cornerstone experience a plus

Perks and benefits include:

• A choice between two medical plans with prescription drug benefits
• Dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan with employer match, including immediate vesting.
• Life insurance for yourself, your spouse, and eligible dependents
• Paid time off / holidays
• Flexible schedules
• Health Savings Account available
• Short-term disability available
• Supplemental critical illness and accident plans through Principal and The Hartford
• Uniform allowance
• Employee assistance program
• Generous pet care discount for employee pets
• Continuing education opportunities
• Strong career growth and personal development opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Hospital Hours

Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Saturday – Sunday Closed

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