Registered Veterinary Technician - Equine Medicine

Company Description Homestead Veterinary Hospital is a 6-doctor practice serving a diverse caseload of 70% equine, 25% small animal, and 5% small ruminant patients. Our practice supports all disciplines of equine sports - from backyard companions to elite sport horses! While our practice is primarily ambulatory, we do have a 10,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art hospital which features four stalls (including two mare / foal stalls and isolation) and indoor stocks. We take pride in offering advanced diagnostics and treatments, including : Pre-purchase exams Lameness evaluations Regenerative medicine Ophthalmology Digital radiography & ultrasound Endoscopy Dentistry CO & therapeutic laser Shockwave therapy Field surgery Reproduction services In-house lab Acupuncture 24 / 7 / 365 emergency care We're looking for a passionate, team-oriented Registered Veterinary Technician with strong communication skills and a desire to deliver exceptional client care. A special interest in sports medicine and lameness is highly desired, but all qualified applicants will be considered! To learn more about us, click here! 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're Looking For : A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts 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 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.

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