Veterinary Technician Details

Veterinary Technician

Suncook River Veterinary Clinic - Epsom, NH

Employment Type : Full-Time

At Suncook River Veterinary Clinic, we believe there is nothing more important than the health and happiness of a pet. We are a veterinary practice that treats all animal companions as members of the family. We not only see dogs and cats, we also treat guinea pigs, rats, rabbits, mice, hedgehogs, gerbils, hamsters, chinchillas, sugar gliders and turtles. With full and part-time positions available, we would love to talk to you more to see if you’re a good fit for Suncook River!

Our ideal Veterinary Technician candidate is positive, friendly, and eager to support a team of talented individuals. This person should be familiar with performing routine treatments and procedures, with the interest in learning more advanced procedures from the Doctor of Veterinarian Medicine. Credentialed candidates are a plus, but not required – veterinary technician students welcome!

• Provides compassionate care to patients and clients
• Keeps accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy, including in-depth knowledge of medical terminology and record keeping.
• Prepares and maintains the exam rooms and treatment areas
• Performs physical assessments and records observations, including triaging and problem solving to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Safe, low stress and compassionate handling and restraint.
• Prepares estimates for procedures and discusses financial commitments with clients
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Pharmacy skills, including protocols for filling in-house
• Radiography and digital imaging
• Monitors vitals by hand and with equipment
• Sample collection and processing for in-house and reference labs
• Builds initial rapport and long term relationships with both pets and clients, successfully communicates plans and estimates to owners.
• Maintains an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by the inventory control system
• Assists the Veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids
• Communicates within the team, proactively advocating for their patient’s needs
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Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) is highly desirable; equivalent training and experience may substitute.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain. Dedication to safety for all parties involved.
• Must have a positive attitude and be a team player.
• Well skilled in balancing multiple priorities and tasks with attention to detail.
• Experience recognizing your limits and asking for help as needed.
• Strong work ethic and track record of being reliable.
• Willingness to learn new skills and techniques.
  
  
  

About us:

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose driven team placing talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing the best culture, tools and support to our hospitals to allow the staff to focus on what they love most, caring for our animal companions.

Like what you hear so far? Let us tell you about our benefits so we can really seal the deal!

In addition to competitive compensation, all full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Ask about our bonus plans, including a signing bonus (select positions)
• Competitive 401(k) match
• Generous time off & focus on work/life balance
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Short and long-term disability
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a voluntary, work-based program that offers free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services to employees who have personal and/ or work-related problems
• Mentorship and continuing education allowance
• Pet discount plan
• Uniform allowance

Once you start working for us, you’ll want all your Vet Tech friends to join you! Ask us more about our Employee Referral Award Program on your interview – hint: everyone wins!

Employment will require the successful completion of references and background checks.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/