Veterinary technician Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

Company Description

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Emergency Veterinary & Specialty Services of Roanoke offers 24-hour emergency and critical care to the pets of the Roanoke region. Because we are the only 24 / 7 ER in the area, we take great pride in our commitment to serve the other veterinarians within our community. Our team comes to work excited to manage the diverse caseload and ready to fully utilize their strengths to provide high-quality care for our client’s pets.

We are rapidly growing and are looking to add licensed veterinary technicians to our team! We believe in working hard, having fun and ensuring balance in our personal and professional lives. If you are looking for a dynamic work environment this is the place for you!

To learn more about us, click here : https : / / emergencyveterinarianservice.com /

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to :

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

• We are looking to fill multiple shift times. Day, Evening, Overnight and Weekend shifts available!

We're Looking For :

A Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required

Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts

Availability to work weekends

Must be 18 years or older

Excellent client communication and medical record management skills

Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations

Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques

Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens

Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography are a plus

Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring

Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

We offer our staff :

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees

Paid Bereavement Program

Paid Parental Leave Program

Competitive Compensation

Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed / registered / certified roles)

Tuition Assistance Program

Access to a CVA / CVT / CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program for most positions!

Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting / outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit : https : / / allianceanimal.com / additionaljobdescriptiondetails /