Overview
Licensed Veterinary Technician- Rehabilitation Jobs in Huntsville, AL at Huntsville Veterinary Specialists and Emergency
Huntsville Veterinary Specialists and Emergency is a state-of-the-art multi-specialty and emergency hospital in North Alabama. At HVSE, we believe that the veterinary nurse is one of many vital roles in a veterinary hospital, and we rely on their knowledge, support, team work, integrity, and compassion in order to operative effectively. We encourage continued education, and support in-house training and teaching in our hospital! Come join our family of board-certified specialists and caring team members!
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Veterinary Technician Certification (LVT) (CVT) (RVT) is preferred
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum two years experience as a veterinary technician or assistant
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 18 years old.
- Enjoys working with animals.
- Comfortable in emergency situations.
- Has a high level of professionalism.
- Has excellent client communication skills.
- Has a desire to advance, learn, and help educate others.
- Works well in a team environment.
- Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals up to 40 lbs. Walks or stands for extended periods of time.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATION
- Provide compassionate care to patients and clients.
- Conducts oneself in a confident and professional manner.
- Maintain accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy.
- Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas.
- Perform physical assessments.
- Effectively and safely restrain pets of different temperaments.
- Keeps the hospital clean and orderly to prevent contamination or infections.
- Comfortable communicating with pet owners regarding their pet’s care.
- Comfortable discussing estimates and financial commitments with clients.
- Explains necessary follow-up and homecare instructions.
- Understands usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs.
- Assist the veterinarian in medical, surgical, and/or diagnostic procedures; prepares patients for surgery; administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administer fluids and supportive care.
- Perform emergency stabilizing procedures, including CPR.
- Perform clinical laboratory procedures.
- Performing radiology procedures.
- Perform and basic interpretation of electrocardiograms.
- Proficient in venipuncture.
- Care, admittance, and maintenance of hospitalized patients.
- Calculate medication doses and constant rate infusions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 – $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Licensed Veterinary Technician- Rehabilitation
Company: Huntsville Veterinary Specialists and Emergency
Location: Huntsville, AL
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