Licensed Veterinary TechnicianDentistry and Oral Surgery for Animals San Marcos • San Marcos, CA, US
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Dentistry and Oral Surgery for Animals San Marcos • San Marcos, CA, US
11 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionProficient in Microsoft Office software (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Must be able to learn and operate various veterinary software applications Effective interpersonal communication skills Effective in multi-tasking (prioritizing and accomplishing tasks) Maintain a positive work environment Excellent verbal and written English communication skills The ability to work collectively with team members Maintain professional and courteous demeanor in challenging / stressful situations Have a positive and compassionate attitude. Work well independently and as a team member. Be honest, reliable and a strong leader. Willingness to learn Prepare and maintain exam, treatment, and surgical rooms Greet clients and patients Obtain patient history and updates from clients The ability to perform and / or assist with diagnostic procedures Maintain accurate and complete patient medical records The ability to calculate medication dosages Review patient instructions with clients and distribute educational materials Obtain blood samples-cephalic / saphenous / jugular Process and submit lab work both in house and to outside labs Clean, wrap, and sterilize surgical instruments and surgical supplies (gowns, towels, etc.) The ability to properly run an autoclave Place IV catheters and assist with surgical equipment monitoring (anesthesia, ventilator, fluid pump, etc.) Restrain patient for examination with the veterinarian. Take notes on examination results and updating records. Assist in inventory control of medical supplies. Administer medications that the veterinarian has prescribed. Monitor and track vitals during / following surgery. Anesthesia : induction, maintenance, monitoring and recovery. Dentistry : ultrasonic scaling, hand scaling, polishing, and general knowledge of the oral cavity, charting, AVDS abbreviations. Radiology : full mouth intraoral radiographs, ability to use digital DR and CR systems. Calm, comfort and properly handle animals before, during and after procedures. Take pets for a walk during their visit and before they go home. Regularly clean the veterinary facility, ensuring that it remains in a sanitary and attractive condition. Dry mop whenever hair / paper is on the floor. Clean and sterilize the animal enclosures in order to prevent the spread of communicable diseases and provide a pleasant environment for the clinic’s patients. Clean, brush, remove bandages each patient before they go home. Maintain veterinary equipment in a sterile condition, in order to prevent postoperative infections. Lift and / or carry up to 40 pounds from floor level and above at least several times The ability to work in a stationary position at a computer for long periods of time The ability to stand, walk, stoop, bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and climb for long The ability to physically restrain all sizes of pets on the floor and on the exam Must be able to grasp, hold, and manipulate objects Possess vision abilities to detect, observe and assess, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, as well as depth perception and the ability to adjust Potential for exposure to anesthetic gases with proper protective measures Potential for exposure to zoonotic diseases Reports to : Practice Manager or Medical Director and / or DVM Nothing in this job description restricts management’s rights to assign or reassign duties
Description
Licensed Veterinary Technician Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Licensed Veterinary Technician is responsible for a variety of tasks related to customer
service and patient care within the veterinary practice. Tasks include animal handling,
pre- and post-operative patient care, anesthesia monitoring, x-rays and proper prophy technique.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Required : 2 years previous veterinary office experience
- Preferred : Active state technician license
- Preferred : High School graduate or equivalent
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(Functions that an individual can perform unaided or with the assistance of reasonable
accommodation)
PHYSICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
per day
periods of time
table
focus
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
and / or responsibilities at any time
Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a hourly pay range from $27-$36 hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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