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Veterinary Technician - Floater

Metairie Small Animal Hospital

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Veterinary Technician Job Description 
Day Shift (6:30am – 5:00pm; 9:00am-7pm; 10:00am – 8:00pm) 

Emergency Shift (4:00pm-12:00am; 8:00pm-6:00am; 6:30pm-12:00am; 12:00am-6:30am; 6:30pm-6:30am) 

4-5 Shifts/Week 

Our Vision: Advancing veterinary medicine through collaboration, compassionate care, and empowered teams. 

Our goal is to deliver excellent medical care in a humane and caring atmosphere. In order to achieve this goal, all team members must commit to working together and realize that they are an integral part of a larger team. Every employee is part of a TEAM that is working together to provide quality patient care and exceptional customer service. 

With that in mind, please read the following job description with the understanding that you may be asked to perform duties not listed below. The job description may change depending on the needs of the hospital, its clients and patients. 

Required for this position: The ability to: follow directions with and without supervision; lift objects or pets of at least 50lbs; control large, anxious, or frightened pets; recognize certain behaviors in animals; admit or ask questions  when a task is unclear; delegate tasks to other staff members; adapt to the different needs and styles of technicians and doctors; to spell, alphabetize, and perform basic mathematics; as well as provide exceptional customer service and compassionate patient care. 

Job duties include, but are not limited to: 

  • Animal Care and Treatment – maintaining safety protocols while handling and restraining animals; feeding; walking; cleaning up after patients; answering calls for assistance made by doctors and technicians; take radiographs; run lab work; assist doctors in exams; phlebotomy; IV catheter placement; administer medications, treatments and therapies; monitor patients under anesthesia and assist doctors during major surgical procedures (orthopedic, exploratory, etc.) as well as minor procedure (dentals, spay, neuter, etc); bathing patients; and always maintaining a high standard of patient care. 

  • Customer Service – answering calls for assistance made by receptionists; taking and passing messages on to appropriate team member; basic knowledge of computer systems; assisting clients with large pets or multiple purchases; quickly and efficiently assist clients with dropping off and picking up their pets; maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the hospital; assisting clients, within the limits of our hospital policies, in whatever capacity necessary to maintain quality client relationships. 

  • Hospital Cleanliness – vacuuming; mopping; changing garbage; dusting; stocking treatment room; daily cleaning of treatment room and various procedure rooms; following daily-weekly-monthly task lists; laundry; treatment, kennel cleaning and upkeep; maintaining cleaning supplies; cleaning and upkeep of treatment area doors, surgery/recovery room, reception area, waiting room, and hospital grounds; using time wisely and productively – there is always some area of the hospital that would benefit from your attention. 

The job description may change depending on the needs of the hospital. By assisting the vet assistants, doctors, and receptionists, we can maintain the high standard of care we have set for our patients. 

Every aspect of patient care rolls over into customer service. Serving our clients beyond their expectations, utilizing patient care, customer service, and hospital cleanliness will enable us to forge strong bonds with them and their pets. 

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time 

Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour 

Expected hours: 40 per week 

Benefits: 

  • 401(k) 

  • 401(k) matching 

  • Dental insurance 

  • Employee assistance program 

  • Employee discount 

  • Flexible schedule 

  • Flexible spending account 

  • Health insurance 

  • Health savings account 

  • Life insurance 

  • Professional development assistance 

  • Tuition reimbursement 

  • Vision insurance 

Schedule: 

  • 10 hour shift 

  • Day shift 

  • Holidays 

  • Overtime 

  • Weekends as needed 

Application Question(s): 

  • A patient arrives unresponsive to the hospital. What are the first 4 things you would do when the patient is placed on a treatment table? 

Education: 

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred) 

Experience: 

  • Veterinary Technician: 1 year (Required) 

License/Certification: 

  • RVT or CVT license (Preferred) 

Work Location: In person

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
 
Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health 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, EVH 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.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health 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.
 
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Metairie, Louisiana, United States

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