Job description
Overview:
Location: 136 Sand Rd, Falls Village, CT 06031
Shift Details: Full transparency and mental health are a top priority at Sand Road Animal Hospital. We offer a 5-day (8 hours per day) work week to support work-life balance. Every other Saturday is required. On weeks that a Saturday is worked, you will have a day off during that week. Some evenings are required with a shift of 2-9. Once every 7 weeks, a Sunday will be required.
Compensation:
Credentialed Technicians (Licensed) - $21 and up depending on experience, with annual bonus opportunities.
Falls Village, CT is a quiet, peaceful community nestled in the Berkshire Mountains, named for the beautiful waterfalls, originating from the Housatonic River. It is a place where people come to enjoy New England life in a country setting and the virtues of small-town life exist. It offers plenty of opportunity for hiking, skiing, biking, and fishing. If you need a dose of city life, you are only a couple of hours from the urban bustle of New York City and Boston.
Our growing staff includes 5 Veterinarians and 15 Veterinary Technicians. We utilize our Vet Tech’s to the fullest and have many opportunities for coaching and learning along the way. We offer the high quality treatment modalities and diagnostics.
We offer a fun, family-feeling yet professional atmosphere with an emphasis on life-long learning and development. We focus on integrity and transparent communication for all team members. Come join our team.
Job Summary: The Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) provides leadership and training to the medical support staff in the operation of a small animal facility in accordance with hospital policy and procedures, and provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act. The LVT will be able to communicate effectively with team members and clients and have great attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Responsibilities:
We put people first and never compromise on our values.
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees .
Sand Road Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a
Full-Time
Experienced or
Licensed
Veterinary Technician to join our team!
Location: 136 Sand Rd, Falls Village, CT 06031
Shift Details: Full transparency and mental health are a top priority at Sand Road Animal Hospital. We offer a 5-day (8 hours per day) work week to support work-life balance. Every other Saturday is required. On weeks that a Saturday is worked, you will have a day off during that week. Some evenings are required with a shift of 2-9. Once every 7 weeks, a Sunday will be required.
Compensation:
Non-credential technicians - $18 and up depending on experience, with annual bonus opportunities.
Credentialed Technicians (Licensed) - $21 and up depending on experience, with annual bonus opportunities.
Falls Village, CT is a quiet, peaceful community nestled in the Berkshire Mountains, named for the beautiful waterfalls, originating from the Housatonic River. It is a place where people come to enjoy New England life in a country setting and the virtues of small-town life exist. It offers plenty of opportunity for hiking, skiing, biking, and fishing. If you need a dose of city life, you are only a couple of hours from the urban bustle of New York City and Boston.
Our growing staff includes 5 Veterinarians and 15 Veterinary Technicians. We utilize our Vet Tech’s to the fullest and have many opportunities for coaching and learning along the way. We offer the high quality treatment modalities and diagnostics.
We offer a fun, family-feeling yet professional atmosphere with an emphasis on life-long learning and development. We focus on integrity and transparent communication for all team members. Come join our team.
Job Summary: The Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) provides leadership and training to the medical support staff in the operation of a small animal facility in accordance with hospital policy and procedures, and provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act. The LVT will be able to communicate effectively with team members and clients and have great attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Responsibilities:
How you'll make an impact:
- Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
- Provide guidance to the support staff to assure that the shift flows well.
- Mentor team members for career advancement and personal development towards goals.
- Provide input to the hospital manager for 360-degree employee performance evaluations.
- Provide patient care under the supervision and direction of a DVM.
- Maintain excellent client communication.
- Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
- Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
- Answer client’s inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures; handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate.
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quired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- State Department of Regulation Licensing required.
- 1+ Years of Veterinary industry experience required.
- Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
- Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
- Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections.
- Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients.
- Knowledge of the common anesthesia and recovery states and ability to alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.
- Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature and recover a patient from anesthesia.
- The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
- The employee must be confident around pets.
We put people first and never compromise on our values.
Apply today for immediate consideration!
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees .
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