Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $25.00-45.00 per hour dependent on experience and skill. $3000 sign on bonus

Schedule: Monday- Friday, Full-time

Caring Hands Clarendon is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide 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 as a Licensed Vet Tech with Caring Hands Clarendon

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees

• Professional development opportunities
• Sign on bonus 

Key Responsibilities: 

• 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:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.

• 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 Merrifield

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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