Veterinary Technician - Credentialed

Pruyn Veterinary Hospital

Job Description

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Are you an experienced veterinary technician looking to be a part of the growth and development of a veterinary team? During this exciting time, Pruyn Veterinary Hospital in Missoula, MT is growing our team of veterinarians and veterinary technicians! We are building an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative team and we want YOU to join us! 

 

About us: Pruyn Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA-accredited, 6-doctor (and growing), full service small animal practice. We recently moved into a new facility that has been curated to practice state-of-the-art medicine and provide a welcoming and safe environment for our staff, clients, and patients. Our doctors see a variety of patients including canine, feline, pocket pets, exotics and avian species! The reason we open our doors every day is to deliver the finest possible medical treatment and compassionate attention every pet and client deserves.

 

Services we provide:

·         Preventative care

·         Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery

·         Dental prophylaxis

·         Diagnostic ultrasound

·         Digital full-body and dental radiography

·         Endoscopy and laparoscopy

·         PRP and stem cell therapy

·         Rehabilitation and cold laser

·         Full Idexx laboratory

·         In-home euthanasia services

·         On-site crematory

·         7 exam rooms, a large lobby with a separate feline area, 2 surgery suites, and a large treatment area

 

What to Expect:

  • Friendly/Inclusive Culture: Our team acknowledges that great results are only achieved through the teamwork that comes with mutual respect and kindness amongst our team and with our clients. We have a Wellness Committee with a doctor, technician, and receptionist representative to ensure everyone is being heard and supported!
  • Training and Onboarding Program. Our 3-phase training program will allow you to learn the basics and make your way to more advanced skills, to ensure you feel comfortable every step of the way.
  • Reviews and 1:1’s. Regular check-ins with hospital leadership to discuss your progress, your goals, and investing in your growth and development as an employee.

·         Open communication: Our doctors and staff have daily morning rounds to discuss the day's schedule and patients. We also like to give staff shout-outs during this time! We have regular monthly staff meetings; we close the clinic and provide lunch to ensure we get through all the important topics!

·         Innovative thinking: Our best ideas come from our team members. Needs change and so do we. Pruyn Veterinary Hospital  encourages mentorships, professional development, and new ideas.

·         Work-life balance! We want our team to always be at its best and know that a good work-life balance is required to achieve that! Our technicians work four 10-hour shifts with a weekday off and NO weekends!

About You:

·         Experienced Veterinary Technician

·         You are an experienced veterinary technician dedicated to outstanding client service and excellent patient care.

·         Take the initiative – you are a hard worker who contributes to the operation of the entire hospital, you will help get all the day’s duties done!

·         You are versatile – you know how to effectively adapt to the individual needs of each patient and are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families.

·         You possess clinical skills and experience that include (but are not limited to):

·         Patient assessment and physical examinations

·         Phlebotomy and catheter placement

·         Knowledge of radiology safety and proper technique

·         Surgical and dental experience is a plus

·         Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures

Anticipated schedule:

·         Our hospital is open Monday thru Friday 8:30am – 6pm

·         Technicians work four 10-hour shifts

·         NO weekends

 

Compensation: We believe that each team member should be compensated considering their knowledge, skills, and experiences. We expect the range for an experienced technician to be $18-23 per hour.

Benefits:

·         401k

·         Medical/Dental/Vision

·         Short/Long term disability

·         Life insurance

·         CE allowance for credentialed technicians

·         Uniform allowance

·         PTO – full-time employees

·         Paid holidays  

·         Employee pet discount

·         Paid license renewal fees for technicians

 

For more information about our hospital, please visit: https://www.pruynvet.com/


National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com. 

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.