What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Veterinary Technician position at Santa Fe Animal Hospital?
Santa Fe Animal Hospital is a great place to work! We are a small privately owned pet hospital providing quality care for cats, dogs, and exotic pets. Patient care is our priority. Our work environment is based on loyalty, respect, and equality. Work life balance is important to us and there are no evening, overnight, on call, or Sunday shifts.
We are looking for a confident, self-motivated technician for a lead position. Our ideal leader will have the ability to prioritize and delegate tasks and supervise other team members while still fulfilling technician duties.
Candidates should have no less than 3 years’ experience working as a technician. Veterinary technician certification is preferred but not required.
Applicants should be proficient in all technical aspects including:
· IV catheter placement, venipuncture, intubation, safe anesthesia monitoring, and dental procedures including dental x-rays
· Understanding of appropriate vaccine and medication administration and dispensing procedures
· Specimen collection, laboratory procedures, estimate preparation, radiology, appropriate vaccine and medication administration and dispensing processes
· Animal husbandry and patient comfort and care.
· Cleaning and disinfection
· Client Communication
As the lead technician additional tasks will include but not be limited to:
· Weekly technician scheduling
· Controlled substance management and log
· Ordering supplies in appropriate quantities and in a timely manner.
· Training of other technicians and new hires by mentoring, coaching and empowering
· Ensuring a smooth efficient workflow for the clinic on a daily basis
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
Clients and staff are required to wear masks.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Santa Fe, NM: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: One location