What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Veterinary Technician @ ZippiVet (South Austin) position at People, Pets and Vets?
Company Description
ZippiVet is a full-service animal hospital providing comprehensive pet healthcare services in Austin, TX. Austin is one of the largest cities in Texas. South Austin runs the gamut from the wide open green spaces of Barton Springs, to the trendy shopping/dining/artist/music districts in and around SoCo, to the ethnic, culturally rich urban landscapes around St. Edwards University, to the quiet, middle-class residential communities south of Hwy. 290.
At ZippiVet, nothing is more important than our love of pets. To give pets and their parents the most professional and convenient care possible, we built our modern, full-service hospitals with state of the art equipment. We are building the most professional and family-friendly veterinary workplace and we invite you to be a part of it. Our mission is to champion the health of pets with veterinary services, kindness and education. We have a vision of a world with healthy pets and, happy people. We have one overarching operating philosophy: Treat others as you would like to be treated. Our culture is special. It may seem unconventional to say you can choose to build on and practice your areas of veterinary interest, but at ZippiVet, that’s our aim. Unconventionality doesn’t scare us, our approach allows our uniqueness to grow for the betterment of our team and clients, and most importantly their furry friends.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team. The ideal Licensed Veterinary Technician will be a driver of hospital procedures and workflow, focusing on crafting an outstanding customer experience and take pride in offering unmatched compassionate care. You will establish an efficient movement of patients and clients through appointments. You will ensure communication with clients is clear and understood, including phone, texting, and email. You should be able to work independently and provide support to coworkers and veterinarians.
Responsibilities:
- Proficient in phlebotomy, setting catheters, administration of IV fluids.
- Perform timely and quality full body/DNT radiology procedures for subsequent evaluation and treatment by DVM staff.
- Excellent communication skills with the staff, DVMs, and clients in a friendly, approachable manner
- Able to obtain and record communication in clear, simple, and detailed information in patient.
- Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history. Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque, calculus)
- Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Veterinary experience preferred
- Veterinary Technician Certification or License (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) highly preferred or valid LVT credentials in Texas or pending credentials within 6-8 months
- Professional appearance required; scrubs are always to be worn.
- Experience with ezyVet preferred.
- Assist in animal restraint.
- Ability to lift 40 lbs.
- Ability to work on your feet all day.
Additional Information
Working in the People, Pets & Vets family allows you to provide excellent care with top-quality resources while maintaining individuality and medical autonomy which makes each practice unique. We are all about the PEOPLE that share a love for animals. We put PETS at the center of everything we do! Our VETS and the entire support team provide quality care for pets. We foster a culture of learning, respect, and compassionate care. Most importantly, we like to have FUN! Join us today and become a cornerstone of your pet community.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive Compensation Package
- No On-Call or After-Hours Emergency Calls
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Leave
- Annual CE Reimbursement / LVT/RVT/CVT License Reimbursement
- 401K With Annual Employer Match
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability & Life Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Pet Care Benefits for your personal pets
- Career Growth/Professional Mentorship
- VTNE Exam Fee reimbursement
People Pets & Vets is an EEO/AA employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status. People Pets & Vets is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its programs, and activities.