Veterinary Technician

Located in Glen Carbon, IL

Salary: $17/hr-$29/hr, BOE

Summary

 

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients and emergencies, administration of vaccines, animal husbandry, collection of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication with staff and clients, surgical preparation, assistance in anesthetic management. 

 

Responsibilities

• You will be interacting with doctors, nurses, clients, support staff, other veterinary clinics, pharmacies

• A dedicated individual to providing exceptional care of pets and our clients

 

Qualifications

• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member

• An excellent communicator

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and high stress environment

• Be comfortable interacting with clients in person and over the phone

 

The ideal candidate will have: 

Availability to work 13-hour shifts that include full weekends and holiday availability.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and high stress environment.

Be comfortable interacting with clients in person and over the phone.

Be able to remain calm during emergency client/patient situations.

Experience in a veterinary hospital setting is preferred.

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