Veterinary Technician

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will assist the Veterinarian in diagnosing and treating pets in a small
practice. This position is responsible for maintaining medical charts, completing
preparatory procedures for Veterinarians, and providing general healthcare information
to clients. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and
may vary depending on the location.

WHAT YOU’LL DO (Essential Functions):

• Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing,
WOW Service, and Fun
• Provide professional, efficient, quality medical care and exceptional service to
clients while maintaining maximum productivity
• Obtain patient medical history from the client and referring veterinarians as needed
• Perform initial evaluation of pet’s condition, collect information from client,
observe pet's behavior, and checks vital statistics
• Complete preparatory procedures and assist the Veterinarian throughout the
rest of the examination, diagnosis, procedures, and treatment phases
• Restrain pets during exams as needed
• Create and maintain patient medical records and documentation
• Obtain and prepare various samples including blood, urine, and fecal samples
for diagnostic testing.
• Perform laboratory tests on samples and update the patient’s medical chart
• Educate clients about pet health needs, nutrition, and preventative care
• Perform X-rays and provide results to the Veterinarian
• Fill prescriptions under the direction of a Veterinarian
• Administer injections, vaccines, and medication with supervision and under the
direction of a Veterinarian
• Perform dental prophylaxis, venipunctures, catheterization, and other procedures
under supervision of a Veterinarian
• Prepare patient, medications, and equipment for surgery
• Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and
ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient health care
to pets
• Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, and minimum
standards of care
• Perform other duties or projects as requested

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications):

Education
Highschool diploma/GED

Experience:
• None

Knowledge, Skills and Ability:
• Knowledge of veterinary hospital practices and procedures
• Strong organizational and time management skills including managing multiple
priorities
• Ability to handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring,
compassionate, and tactful manner
• Basic knowledge of the generic and brand names, common uses, and side effects of
drugs utilized in a veterinary practice
• Basic knowledge of medical equipment and terminology
• Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft
Outlook, Word, Excel, and Practice Management software (PIMS)

• Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-
oriented approach

• Basic analytical, critical thinking, judgement, and problem-solving skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear.
The team member must frequently use a computer for long periods of time. Specific vision
abilities are required to do this job including close vision. This position requires walking and/or
standing for long periods of time, bending, reaching, grasping, and repetitive motions. Must be
able to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted, 75 lbs. with assistance. Working environment may be stressful
with aggressive, frightened, abused or injured pets that may bite or scratch. Must be able to work
flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None