Veterinary Technician - Equine
Oakridge Equine Hospital
Job Description
Are you a veterinary technician with a solid foundation in horsemanship, seeking a challenging yet rewarding position in equine medicine? If so, Oakridge Equine Hospital has an opportunity for you!
About Us:
At Oakridge Equine, we understand that your horse is more than ‘just a horse’.
As such, it is our goal to work collaboratively, pulling from our diverse backgrounds in equine medicine, to ensure the best possible outcome for our patients and clients. We offer world-class surgical hospital setting, providing comprehensive solutions to all areas horse health and wellness needs.
What to Expect:
· Mentorship & Utilization: Our Doctors enjoy having the opportunity to mentor, guide and support professional development all while allowing techs to flex their skill set and really partner in patient care.
· Quality Medicine. Our team of Doctors and Technicians utilize state of the art equipment to perform advanced techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.
· Patient Care is our priority: We are advocates for our patients and ensure that we provide outstanding care along with excellent client education and communication.
The Ideal Candidate:
· You are a Certified Veterinary technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant, with solid horse handling skills and a basic knowledge of equine behavior.
· A team player, you enjoy a fast-paced environment and can think critically on your feet
· You are able to remain composed in stressful and emotional situations
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Motivated, dependable individual with a strong work ethic and a love for horses
· Must be able to lift 40lbs
· You possess clinical skills and experience that might include (but are not limited to):
o Patient assessment and physical examinations
o Phlebotomy, catheter placement & management of fluid administration
o Utilizing different modalities of imaging for patient assessment, set up and use.
o Assisting DVM's in patient diagnostics, treatment, and procedures
o Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures such as CBC/Chem/SAA/fecal testing/IGG/PRP
o Preparing, updating, and completing patient treatments and maintaining accurate medical records
Anticipated Schedule (TBD):
· Full-time and Part-time positions available
· Weekend and after-hours availability one weekend a month
· Our Clinic provides care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year!
Compensation & Benefits:
· Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials; minimum starting wage $12/hr.
· Paid Time Off
· Employee Veterinary Services Benefits
· 401k Retirement Savings Plan
· Flexible Spending Plan
· Medical/Dental/Vision
· Short/Long Term Disability
· Life Insurance
To learn more about our practice, please visit http://www.Oakridgevet.com