Registered Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $30 - $35 per hourdetermined by the candidates skills experience and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full time position. The hospital is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Days and shift hours will vary within the hospitals operating hours.

Caring Hands Animal Hospital at Rockville is hiring a full-time RegisteredVeterinary Techniciantoprovide 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

• Acomprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities

KeyResponsibilities:

• 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:

• Registered Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification is required
• Surgical experience is required.
• 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 Caring Hands Animal Hospital at Rockville

Caring Hands Animal Hospitals are large well-equipped AAHA-accredited facilities. We offer convenient hours six days a week and have an open-door policy to provide excellent service to our clients. Our full-service hospitals offer state of the art care for our patients including computerized patient records digital radiography and in-house laboratory.

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.

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