Licensed Veterinary Technician
Mission Veterinary Partners
Location
Davenport, IA | United States
Job description
Whitehaven Veterinary Center Pets & Pigs is seeking an experienced
Veterinary Technician to join our team!
It is Whitehavens Mission
to provide exceptional and compassionate care to the animals in our community!
In addition to standard wellness care and vaccinations , we also offer animal chiropractic and numerous holistic treatment options.
Location:
5320 Belle Ave.
Davenport , Iowa 52807
United States
Compensation:
$18-22
increases with commensurate experience
Vet Tech students & non-licensed individuals encouraged to apply!
Shift Details:
4 Weekdays, Alternating Saturdays
Clinic Hours:
Monday-Thursday
7:30am-5:30pm
Friday
7:30am-4:30pm
Saturday
8am-12pm
Sunday
Closed
Benefits we offer:
- Discounts for your furry friends!
- Medical, vision and dental benefits package.
- 401k program with company match starting day 1!
- A yearly scrub allowance for all employees.
- Flexible schedule with a focus on work-life harmony - You'll get PTO and have the time to use it!
- Free virtual yoga, fitness and meditation classes for ALL employees.
- Free virtual registered dietitian lead wellness, nutrition and cooking classes for ALL employees.
- Quarterly bonus opportunities!
- Customized learning and developmental opportunities!
How you'll make an impact:
- Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
- Provide guidance to the support staff to assure that the shift flows well .
- Mentor team members for career advancement and personal development towards goals .
- Provide input to the hospital manager for 360-degree employee performance evaluations.
- Provide patient care under the supervision and direction of a DVM.
- Maintain excellent client communication.
- Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms , and accurate information.
- Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
- A nswer client’s inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures ; h andle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate.
R e quired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- State Department of Regulation Licensing required.
- 1+ Years of Veterinary industry experience required.
- Must b e proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
- Ability to demonstrate p atience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
- Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections .
- Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients .
- Know ledge of the common anesthesia and recovery states and ability to alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.
- Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature and recover a patient from anesthesia.
- The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
- The employee must be confident around pets.
We put people first and never compromise on our values.
Apply today for immediate consideration!
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees .
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