Overview
Veterinary Technician Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA at PetWellClinic Highland Park
Job Overview:
16 to 36+ Hours per Week
Tuesday – Friday, 10:45am – 7pm
Saturday 10:45am – 5pm
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help up us grow! PetWellClinic is a walk-in wellness and minor injury/illness care clinic located in the Highland Park Plaza near Blue Bayou Waterpark. We pride ourselves on convenient, quality wellness and minor illness/injury care with the client and pet as our top priority. If you have a passion for serving your community, working with animals, and are a great team-player, we encourage you to apply!
As a Veterinary Technician, you will be responsible for:
-Assisting the veterinarian(s) with examinations, treatments, and procedures
-Handle and restrain animals during examinations and procedures
-Greet our clients and provide compassionate care, service, and support to pet owners
-Check customers out and assist with selecting the services and/or packages that best fits their pets needs.
-Prepare and maintain examination rooms, lobby, reception, and laboratory areas
-Clean and organize facility
-Collect samples such as urine, blood, feces, ear swabs and skin samples
-Administer medications and injections as directed by veterinarians
-Perform laboratory tests such as fecals, bloodwork and urinalysis
-Maintain accurate records of patient treatment and procedures
-Answer emails, text messages, and place phone calls
-Have knowledge of, or are willing to learn about the importance of preventive care
-Contribute to social media and marketing
Skills:
-Proficient dog and cat handling techniques, including proper restraint methods
-Basic knowledge of animal behavior
-Knowledge of common laboratory procedures & equipment used in a veterinary setting
-Knowledge of common preventive medications for dogs and cats
-Ability to handle animals with patience, compassion and confidence
-Ability to clearly communicate with clients, veterinary assistants, and veterinarians
-Ability to lift up to 60lbs
-Willingness to learn and take direction
Qualifications:
-High school diploma or equivalent required (College degree preferred)
-Previous experience working in a veterinary clinic (12 months minimum)
-Strong verbal and written communication skills
-Ability to work well in a team environment
-Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
-VeterinaryPhlebotomy experience preferred.
-Ability to speak spanish a plus!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 – $16.00 per hour
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Every weekend
Education:
Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
Veterinary technician: 1 year (Required)
Phlebotomy: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Baton Rouge, LA 70810 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Baton Rouge, LA 70810: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinary Technician
Company: PetWellClinic Highland Park
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
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