Heartland Veterinary Partners · 2 months ago
Veterinary Technician Wise County Animal Clinic
US-TX-Decatur
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$15/hr - $18/hrHeartland Veterinary Partners operates the Wise County Animal Clinic, which has been providing exceptional veterinary care since 1956. The Veterinary Technician will assist veterinarians with patient care, monitor hospitalized pets, and educate clients about veterinary procedures while ensuring high standards of patient care.
Health CarePet
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
Qualification
Required
Ability to work on weekends as required
Previous veterinary experience required
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
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
Company
Heartland Veterinary Partners
Heartland Veterinary Partners is high quality and fast growing veterinary support organizations.
Founded in 2016
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Gryphon InvestorsChurchill Asset Management
2022-09-20Private Equity
2022-09-20Debt Financing
2019-12-12Private Equity
Leadership Team
Greg DeAtkine
Chief Executive Officer
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2022-09-26
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