Suveto · 3 months ago
Veterinary Technician - McGehee Clinic for Animals
Memphis, TN, 38117, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$16/hr - $22/hr
3+ years expSuveto is a network of veterinary hospitals, and they are seeking an experienced full-time Veterinary Technician to join their team at McGehee Clinic for Animals in Memphis, TN. The role involves performing basic medical, diagnostic, and laboratory procedures under the direction of a licensed veterinarian, along with various responsibilities related to patient care and client education.
Management ConsultingTrainingVeterinary
Responsibilities
Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors
Take history from client. Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in medical record
Educate clients on preventative healthcare recommendations and provide follow-up
Communicate any patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel
Perform venipuncture to collect blood samples, perform in house laboratory tests, and prepare all forms to be sent to outside labs, call owner with results as requested by veterinarian
Provide and monitor all nursing care as requested by veterinarian for patients admitted to hospital, including medications (all routes) and monitoring
Admit and discharge patients to hospital by following all admission and discharge protocols. Educate clients on admit/discharge
Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, hospital wards and other areas as requested
Must have proficient knowledge of practice software for dispensing veterinarian approved medication, patient food, printing treatment sheets, discharge instructions, cage card labels, x ray and lab labels, recording communication with client and doctors, and others as directed by veterinarian
Must have clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards
Perform diagnostic imaging as requested by veterinarian
Perform tech appointments, such as pedicures, ear cleaning, anal gland expression, routine lab work, subcutaneous fluids, etc. as deemed appropriate by practice
Assist doctors in medical and diagnostic procedures
Place IV catheters and begin fluid therapy when requested by veterinarian
Assist in induction and maintenance of general anesthesia with doctor present
Assist in the operating room, recovery, and post op-nursing care as requested by veterinarian
Perform client callbacks and updates as requested
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
At least 3 years of clinical veterinary hospital experience required
Excellent listening and communication skills
Must have a strong work ethic, be self-motivated, and have a positive attitude
Must be flexible and able to adapt to new situations
Ability to multitask
Ability to act as a team player
Basic veterinary medical terminology required
Preferred
Recent LVT graduates are encouraged to apply
Benefits
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Pet care discounts
401K with a true match up to 4%
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Company
Suveto
Suveto provides business management support, mentorship, leadership training, and networking services for veterinary professionals.
201-500 employees
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Deputy to Chief Executive Officer
Michael Fram
Chief Financial Officer
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