Experienced Veterinary Technician - Standifer's Animal Clinic

Company: Southern Veterinary Partners
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: December 5, 2019

Job Description:

Standifer's Animal Clinic is looking for a full time Experienced Veterinary Technician. We are a small animal, multi-doctor practice with long established roots in an upscale community. We deliver full service care by providing preventative, diagnostic, and surgical services. The Veterinary Technician (Vet Tech) is responsible for assisting Veterinarians in the care of animals. The Vet Tech helps during patient examinations and surgical procedures by restraining animals when necessary, stocking examination and surgery rooms with supplies, sterilizing tools and ensuring that equipment is in working order. Vet Techs also communicate with clients (pet owners) and update patient files. This position may perform an initial evaluation of the animal's condition, clean and wrap wounds, check vital statistics, collect samples and administer medication. - Collect and record information about the animals. - Check animals and do routine procedures. (i.e. collect blood for heartworm tests, nail trims, express anal glands, ear swabs). - Administer vaccines under direction of the Doctor. - Enter services rendered on charge slip or in computer. - Receive hospital patients. - Prepare surgery room. - Prepare animals for surgery. - Assist the Doctors in surgery. - Monitor patients after surgery. - Clean up after surgery. - Call clients after surgery. - Monitor patients hospitalized for treatment. - Run lab tests and record results. - Send and receive referred lab tests and record results. - Notify the Doctor of lab results so they can contact the owner. Requirements - Lisenced Veterinary Technician in the state of AL strongly preferred - High School diploma or GED certificate with at least (2) years' experience as a Veterinary Technician preferred - Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts - Experience with Avimark software preferred - Must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel - Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations. - Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast paced and challenging environment. - Must be dependable, demonstrate strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. - Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Benefits - Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) - Retirement Plan (401k) - Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD & D) - Short Term Disability - Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) - Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7 - Discounted Veterinary Care - EAP (Employee Assistance Program) - A large network of over 1,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth - Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!

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