Small Animal Technician/Assistant

Kessen Veterinary Clinic is looking for a Licensed Registered Veterinary Technician OR a Veterinary Assistant to join our bustling Small Animal Team. Kessen Veterinary Clinic is currently a fast-paced 3-doctor veterinary practice. We are excited to add an additional member to our energetic team! Our goal with our veterinary technicians is to allow them to be a part of every aspect of our clients’ experience. Daily challenges include, but are not limited to patient appointments, laboratory testing, radiology, and laser treatments. Ideally, this position would lead into assisting with surgeries and dentals.

TECHNICIANS: We do require a degree from an accredited veterinary technician program. Priority will be given to individual already licensed or preparing to take the board testing.

ASSISTANTS: When applying for this position, experience within the veterinary field is REQUIRED.

Compensation is based on experience. Saturdays are required. Please send us your resume!

Education Requirements (for Technicians)

• Licensed Registered Veterinary Technician (Preferred)

• Associate’s Degree (Required)

Personal Requirements

• Minimum of 18 years old

• Genuinely enjoys working with animals even when they are stressed, ill or in pain

• Can stay calm & efficient during a medical crisis

• Is well spoken and approaches his/her job duties in a mature nature

• Is experienced in a teamwork approach and works well with all levels of team members

• Has excellent client communication skills

Physical Effort:

• Work requires lifting, carrying, and restraining animals

• Walking and/or standing for extending periods of time; frequently works in a bent position

Working Conditions:

• Will be exposed to unpleasant ordors, noises and animal feces, urine, vomit and blood. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases

Duties/Tasks:

• Can provide compassionate care to patients & clients

• Can effectively communicate with existing and potential clients

• Can keep accurate medical records in accordance to hospital policy

• Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or stay focused on individual tasks

• Can prepare & maintain exam rooms and treatment areas

• Knows all common vaccines and vaccination protocols and can explain to clients

• Can effectively restrain pets, even when large or difficult

• Can explain necessary follow-up and homecare instructions

• Understands the importance of a clean and orderly facility, does not hesitate to clean or organize as part of a normal job duty

• Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $11.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Experience:

• Veterinary Assistant: 3 years (Preferred)
• Animal Care: 3 years (Preferred)
• Veterinary technician experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Hours per week:

• 30-39

Typical start time:

• 8AM

Typical end time:

• 6PM

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place