Veterinary Technician Job at Ooltewah Veterinary Hospital

Ooltewah Veterinary Hospital Ooltewah, TN 37363

$15 - $18 an hour

We are a small, rapidly growing veterinary hospital that sees a wide variety of exotic and companion animals. Qualified candidates must be hard-working, self-motivated, organized, efficient, detail-oriented, and able to work well in a team setting. Previous animal hospital experience is required. If you are looking to become a vital and contributing addition to our team please send us your resume via email, or apply in person.

Compensation is based on skill level and experience. Duties will include:

  • Providing compassionate care to patients and clients no matter the situation.
  • Conducting oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
  • Keeping accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy.
  • Preparing, cleaning and maintaining the exam rooms and treatment areas.
  • Performing physical assessments; recording observations in patient file.
  • Restraining pets of all types including dogs, birds, reptiles, etc. Experience not required but must be open to learning how to handle exotic animals.
  • Knowing all common vaccines and vaccination protocols and explaining them to clients.
  • Maintaining a clean and orderly facility, does not hesitate to clean or organize as part of a normal job duty.
  • Maintaining a positive, cooperative relationship with other employees and clients.
  • Preparing estimates for procedures and discussing financial commitments with clients supporting hospital financial policies.
  • Preparing surgical instruments and patients for surgery.
  • Setting up clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, ear cytology and fungal cultures; maintaining file of lab test results and ensuring that test results are recorded in patient records.
  • Positioning for and taking radiographs.
  • Processing inventory as needed.
  • Discharging patients based on the veterinarian's orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state. Explaining necessary follow-up and homecare instructions to clients.
  • Performing other duties as assigned including assisting in other areas.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Experience:

  • Veterinary technician: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person




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