Overview
Veterinary Technician Jobs in Eubank, KY at Eubank Veterinary Clinic
Job Summary
Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Veterinary Technician, where your passion for animal care and technical expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their owners. In this vital role, you will assist veterinarians with a wide range of medical procedures, provide exceptional animal handling and care, and support the clinic’s operational excellence. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will ensure our patients receive top-quality treatment in a compassionate environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your veterinary skills while contributing to a dedicated team committed to animal health and well-being.
Duties
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures by preparing equipment, maintaining sterile fields, and monitoring anesthesia.
- Perform animal restraint using safe handling techniques for dogs, cats, and other small animals to ensure safety for both animals and staff.
- Collect blood samples via phlebotomy, insert IV catheters, and administer medications accurately following veterinary protocols.
- Operate medical equipment such as X-ray machines, laboratory analyzers, and radiology diagnostics tools with precision and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Conduct laboratory work including sample processing, diagnostic testing, and recording results efficiently within veterinary software systems.
- Support critical and intensive care patients by monitoring vital signs, managing fluid therapy, and providing emergency veterinary care when needed.
- Assist with dental procedures by understanding dental terminology, performing dental cleanings, and supporting pet grooming activities to promote overall pet health.
Requirements
- Proven kennel experience along with animal husbandry skills to ensure proper care before, during, and after procedures.
- Strong knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal anatomy, physiology, and veterinary surgical assistance techniques.
- Experience with anesthesia monitoring, vascular access (IV insertion), pet care procedures including animal catheterization, and emergency medicine protocols.
- Familiarity with veterinary laboratory work, diagnostic radiology (X-ray), radiology diagnostics, and general anesthesia management.
- Ability to handle dogs confidently through dog training techniques and animal restraint methods; experience with equine or larger animals is a plus.
- Proficiency in veterinary software for record keeping; excellent client communication skills are highly valued.
- Must demonstrate animal handling expertise across various species while maintaining aseptic technique standards in all procedures.
Join us as a Veterinary Technician where your dedication fuels exceptional pet care! We are committed to paying all team members fairly for their vital contributions—this is a paid position designed for passionate professionals eager to advance their veterinary careers in a lively environment that values teamwork, compassion, and excellence.
Pay: $15.00 – $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinary Technician
Company: Eubank Veterinary Clinic
Location: Eubank, KY
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