Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician
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Job Location:
Buffalo, WY - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 23 - 27
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician
Salary: $23.00-$27.00 per hour based on the candidates skills experience and qualifications.
Schedule: This is a full-time position. Hospital Hours: MondayFriday business hours 7:30 AM5:30 PM. The typical schedule includes four days on and one day off. Rotating Saturday shifts at sister clinics in the future.
West Side Pet Clinic is hiring a full-time Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care client communication and veterinary procedures with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.
What to Expect as a Lead Licensed Vet Tech with West Side Pet Clinic
- A comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee pet discounts! Because we know your pets are family too.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support veterinarians with patient care exams surgery anesthesia and recovery.
- Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
- Communicate clearly with clients including care instructions and status updates
- Perform technical duties such as lab work radiographs injections and IV catheter placement.
- Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
- Help keep exam rooms treatment areas and equipment clean stocked and ready.
- Follow hospital safety and regulatory guidelines at all times.
Qualifications:
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
- Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
- Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
- Familiarity with DEA OSHA and hospital safety guidelines.
About West Side Pet Clinic
West Side Pet Clinic established in 2014 in Buffalo NY provides high-quality affordable wellness care for dogs and cats. We focus on preventative medicine including physical exams vaccinations and treatment of common health concerns while educating pet owners on proactive care. As an AAHA-accredited clinic were committed to compassionate accessible veterinary services that help pets thrive and support their families.
We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.
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
We co-own practices in partnership with veterinarians. We have experience in driving growth, cultivating exceptional staff, and overseeing operations.
