Overview
Veterinary Technician Jobs in Ocala, FL at Stone Ridge Animal Hospital
Stone Ridge Animal Hospital is a locally owned practice looking for a veterinary technician to help us with our growing practice. Full time employee benefits will include PTO, medical, vision and dental insurance, and more!
The purpose of this position is to assist veterinarians and improve patient care. Technicians monitor hospitalized pets, maintain inventory, prepare prescriptions, perform routine lab work, educate clients regarding veterinary care and procedures, and assist with surgical procedures among many other duties. The Technician assists veterinarians to the fullest possible extent, allowing them to achieve greater efficiency by relieving them of technical and administrative work.
The Technician performs a variety of patient- and client-care duties, conducts patient assessments, anesthetizes patients, and performs procedures and treatments. Technicians maintain a high standard of patient care, communicating clearly with the veterinarians, other hospital personnel, and clients to ensure that patients receive the care they need.
The Technician is friendly and flexible in the face of varying expectations from clients and co-workers. The Technician quickly prioritizes, changes focus, multi-tasks, and thinks creatively and must respond quickly and calmly to emergencies, leading others through necessary tasks.
Technicians strongly believe in the quality of care provided and communicate this sense of assurance to clients. Technicians understand veterinary services and recommendations and clearly convey the value of the services to the clients, promoting a positive work environment and providing direction to and motivating coworkers.
Tasks include, but are not limited to:
Patient Care
Animal Handling
Exam Room Assistance
Maintaining Medical Records
Diagnostics and Laboratory Procedures
Treatments and Other Procedures
Medication Dispensing
Surgical Assistance
Hospitalized Patient Care
Client Relations
Requirements:
· Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade.
· At least two years of recent experience in veterinary practice, with increasing responsibilities.
· Ability to perform routine veterinary medical procedures (e.g., collect samples, draw blood, and administer vaccines).
· Ability to maintain clear and accurate records and to charge clients for all products and services rendered.
· Ability to properly restrain patients.
· Knowledge of spelling and meaning of commonly used veterinary medical terminology and procedures.
· Ability to complete assigned tasks in the time allotted without direct supervision.
· Demonstrated ability to show empathy toward clients and treat animals with respect and compassion.
· Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
· A commitment to outstanding client service.
· Ability to lift objects weighing 40 pounds without assistance and objects weighing more than 40 pounds with assistance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
Ocala, FL 34482 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Ocala, FL 34482: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinary Technician
Company: Stone Ridge Animal Hospital
Location: Ocala, FL
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