Pinecrest Animal Hospital in Owosso is seeking a skilled full time licensed veterinary technician to join our growing small animal practice. We are a fast paced and progressive 3 doctor practice providing a wide variety of services from routine vaccines and health exams to performing advanced surgical and dental procedures with state of the art digital radiology and full in house laboratory in a modern, clean, and organized facility. Applicant must be able to effectively communicate with clients and other team members in a professional manner and will be responsible for client education including discussing medical treatments and at home care. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package!

Job Summary

Busy 3 doctor small animal hospital looking to hire an experienced full-time veterinary technician. Must be self motivated and have a positive attitude. Knowledge of AVImark is a plus. Must be able to work rotating Saturdays (one Saturday/month).

Responsibilities and Duties

-Triage, admit, and treat patients under doctor supervision

-Assist with surgical procedures and processing instruments

-Monitor and provide treatments to current in-patients

-Calculate drug doses and fill medications

-Communicate discharge instructions effectively and accurately to clients

-The technician may occasionally be responsible for receptionist duties when the receptionist is unavailable. These duties include answering phones, scheduling appointments, admitting patients, and settling bills

-Implement isolation protocols

-Perform digital x-rays

-Collect samples (blood, urine) and run in-house laboratory tests

-Maintain a clean hospital environment

-Maintain a happy, collaborative and positive attitude under stressful situations

-Perform triage and take history in an efficient manner

-Ability to learn new veterinary software and accurately update medical records

-Ability to restrain dogs and cats safely and efficiently

-Competency with inducing and managing patients under anesthesia

-Capable of lifting large dogs

-Ability to follow instruction

-Along with various other tasks as directed

MUST BE A LICENSED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN OR EQUIVALENT IN EXPERIENCE!

Expected salary: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour; based on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Qualifications

• Animal Care and Veterinary Technology skills
• Experience in Client Education and Anesthesiology
• Pet Care knowledge
• Active Licensed Veterinary Technician certification
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working in a veterinary setting is preferred

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance

Schedule:

• 8-10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed (1 Saturday/month)