Veterinary Technician​/Assistant

Overview

At Washington Boulevard Animal Hospital, we are known for serving our patients and clients with compassion, empathy and integrity. We are always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to help us continue providing the best care and service to our patients and clients.

If you believe your values match those of our practice and you would like to be part of an outstanding team, we would like to hear from you. Please email us to learn more or apply below.

Please indicate which position you are qualified for:

• Licensed Veterinarian

Practice(s) of Interest:

• Small Animal
• Large Animal
• Exotics
• Mixed Animal
• Other (please specify)

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Washington Blvd Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Technician or Assistant!

• Role: Veterinary Technician/Assistant
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $20 – $28 per hour, depending on experience
• Schedule: 4 x 10-hour shifts

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Under the management of the Veterinarian and the Technician Supervisor, the technician will assist in providing quality care to all animals at Washington Blvd Animal Hospital. The technician/tech assistant will coordinate and perform various duties involving patient care and client education.

Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Follow digital treatment plans prescribed by the DVM
• Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
• Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines
• Competency in emergency and surgical care - including IV catheter placement
• Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff
• Perform in-hospital laboratory diagnostics including urinalysis, cytologies, etc.
• Process lab samples utilizing in-hospital laboratory equipment
• Use low stress patient handling techniques
• Administer injections, medications, nursing care as directed by a veterinarian
• Administer and monitor general anesthesia, if required
• Maintain accurate, complete digital medical records
• Maintain a clean work environment to include following any infectious disease protocols, handling medical/biomedical, and infectious waste appropriately

Your talent and skill are essential to your success in this role. We’ll value your expertise, passion, eagerness to grow and learn, and ability to work well with a team. Other valuable qualities include:

• Ability to build rapport with clients, fellow team members, and leadership
• Valuing teamwork
• Maintaining a positive, supportive approach at all times
• Never stop learning and to never stop sharing knowledge
• Patience and kindness, compassion and understanding, especially in challenging situations
• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Take the next step. You miss every chance you don’t take — don’t miss this one. Apply today to join our Veterinary Technician team at Washington Blvd Animal…