Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Stoneback Veterinary Associates is a progressive and supportive veterinary clinic looking to add a dedicated

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
• to our team. We are proud to be an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) certified, owned and operated by a Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon. We have a well-deserved reputation of providing top quality medical care and excellent client service. . We believe in compassionate, high-quality care for pets and strong communication with their people—and we're looking for a technician who shares that mission. We welcome CVTs who love what they do and are ready to make a positive impact every day.
• Summary of Job Duties and Essential Functions :

As a CVT, your role will be diverse and essential to our hospital's daily operations. . Responsibilities include :

Assisting with exams, treatments, and diagnostic procedures

Performing venipuncture, catheter placements, and laboratory testing

Administering medications, vaccines, and other treatments

Taking digital radiographs and dental x-rays

Educating clients on preventive care, medications, and home care

Maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring patient comfort

Monitoring anesthesia, including induction, maintenance, and recovery

Maintaining surgical instruments and equipment

Assisting veterinarians during soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries

Providing post-operative care and client discharge instructions

Ensuring accurate documentation of treatments and procedures

Qualifications

Job Requirements :

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

credential

Minimum

1-2 years of surgical experience

preferred

Proficiency in

anesthesia monitoring

and

surgical asepsis

Calm under pressure, with excellent communication and critical thinking skills

Commitment to

AAHA standards

and patient-centered care

Requires sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while at hospital.

A positive, team-oriented mindset

Comfort with multi-tasking in a busy, supportive environment

Working Conditions

Must be available to work 1-2 weekends per month and work well in a team environment

Have the physical strength and ability to stand for an entire shift when needed, and be able to lift, push and pull, pets and objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Assist in lifting patients weighing more than 50 pounds.

Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication / controlled substances.

have physical mobility and dexterity to frequently stand, walk bend, push, twist, kneel, climb, squat, stoop, and reach overhead

Considerable mental / visual concentration, coordinating manual dexterity with mental / visual attention, requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

Must wear closed-toe shoes, gloves, and other protective items as required.

A consistent presence at work is required.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, 401k, employee pet care discounts, and a continuing education program to name a few.

If your application is selected for consideration you will be contacted.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time

Pay : $21.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Education :

Associate (Preferred)

Experience :

Veterinary Technician : 2 years (Preferred)

License / Certification :

Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)

Work Location : In person