Veterinary Technician

We are currently seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our family of upbeat and caring professionals. Applicants should have enthusiastic energy, a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and have a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends. Experience is preferred. Email resume to Twills@princefrederickanimalhospital.com

Responsibilities :

• Triaging patients and taking their vitals and acquiring patient history and other information from clients.
• Safely handling and restraining animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and other exotics.
• Filling prescriptions and handling vaccines / injectable medications
• Acquiring cephalic, saphenous, and jugular blood samples.
• Inserting IV catheters and fluid therapy
• Monitoring anesthesia
• Processing specimens in the in-house laboratory and submitting specimens to outside laboratories.
• Preparing animals and equipment for surgical procedures
• Administering medications and vaccines prescribed by a veterinarian
• Performing radiographs
• Entering patients’ service charges into the computer database and keeping accurate patient records
• Explaining patient instructions to clients and sharing educational materials
• Displays great customer service attributes and client communication