Lead Veterinary Technician Internal Medicine
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Job Location:
Westford, MA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 27 - 39
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Description
Westford Veterinary Emergency Referral Center is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Lead Veterinary Technician to our Internal Medicine team. The shift for this role will be Monday Tuesday and Wednesday 12-hour shifts; availability for this schedule is required.
Lead Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine
Westford Massachusetts
$27.00-$39.00/hour depending on experience licensure and availability.
This role is also eligible for up to a $1000 incentive bonus upon signing!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones
Provide input in the process of regular performance reviews
Training education and developing of staff
Perform exams and take histories from clients including complex medical timelines.
Responsible for creating a hospital environment that bolsters the morale and retention of doctors and staff.
Perform advanced nursing skills including CPR Phlebotomy Cystocentesis lab tests and various medication administration
Administer and monitor sedated patients for minor procedures as well as advanced anesthetic skills
Work together as a team with fellow management staff to achieve patient care client service and financial management goals.
Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients.
Complete Staff performance evaluations and provide insight on staff performance to Hospital Management
Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
Assisting the Specialty Technician Supervisor with staff scheduling- keeping hours within budget with coverage to meet hospital and departmental demands. Assist with payroll as requested.
Handle client complaints with concern and diplomacy
BENEFITS
Were passionate about helping you reach your greatest potential both at work and at home:
Competitive compensation and insurance (medical dental vision)
401(k) with up to 4% company match after 6 months
Generous paid time off and bonding leave
Company-paid life AD&D and short-term disability insurance
Continuing education allowance and license fee reimbursement
Employee referral program and uniform allowance
Plus special benefits to utilize for your own pet:
Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing
Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods
Pet Insurance: Discounts available with our preferred vendor
REQUIREMENTS
Associates degree or equivalent preferred
Certified or Licensed Veterinary Technician in Massachusetts or eligible for transfer highly preferred
Prior experience with anesthesia required
Prior specialty and emergency experience required
Available during off hours and by phone to assist with problem solving.
Must be a team player and have compassion for pets and their people
Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture tools and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.
Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.
FOR MASSACHUSETTS APPLICANTS: IT IS UNLAWFUL IN MASSACHUSETTS TO REQUIRE OR ADMINISTER A LIE DETECTOR TEST AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW SHALL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PENALTIES AND CIVIL LIABILITY. RAREBREED VETERINARY PARTNERS AND ANY OF ITS AFFILIATED COMPANIES DOES NOT USE LIE DETECTOR TESTS AS PART OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS.
Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race color religion age mental disability physical disability medical condition gender sexual orientation genetic information ancestry marital status national origin veteran status and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Veterinary Experience
- Animal Care
- Communication skills
- Veterinary Assistant
- Veterinary Technician Experience
- Vital Signs Experience
- Animal Handling
- Animal Restraint
- Experience Administering Injections
- Catheterization
- Medication Administration
- Venipuncture Experience
About Company
At Westford Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center we offer top-tier emergency care & specialty medicine 24/7 in Westford, Boston & beyond.
