What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Veterinary Technician position at VetCor?
Join a passionate bunch of rock-star veterinary professionals as a Licensed Veterinary Technician,?saving?the?greater Tacoma area, one pet at a time!?
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital is a full-service animal hospital providing comprehensive pet healthcare services in Tacoma, WA. Our veterinarians offer a wide variety of medical, surgical, and dental services. Our hospital has advanced equipment and technologies, including comprehensive in-house testing for accurate diagnosis, digital x-ray, surgical and dental suites, and a pharmacy. We are committed to providing quality care at every stage of a pet's life. From routine preventive care to early detection and treatment of a wide range of conditions and diseases, we have the expertise to provide the highest standard of care for our clients. We pride ourselves on having a positive team environment, professional and experienced support staff, and solid leadership. Apply today to find out about all of the benefits of joining the Metropolitan family!
We also serve clients from Stadium District, North End, North Slope, Hilltop, Old Town, Proctor District, 6th Ave, Central Tacoma, Downtown, West End, West Slope, South Tacoma, University Place, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Steilacoom, Dupont, JBLM, Puyallup, Federal Way, Fife, North Tacoma, Northeast Tacoma, Ruston, Fircrest, Point Defiance.
The ideal Licensed Veterinary Technician will be a driver of hospital procedures and workflow, focusing on creating an outstanding customer experience and taking pride in offering unmatched compassionate care. You will establish a movement of patients and clients through appointments and procedures with focus on clear communication with both your team and clients.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Veterinary Technician Certification or License (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) preferred or pending certification within 3-6 months.
Ability to assist in animal restraint, lift up to 40 lbs., and work on your feet for the duration of your shift.
Responsibilities:
Proficiency in phlebotomy, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, dental prophies
Perform quality full body and dental radiographs for subsequent evaluation by DVMs
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with coworkers and clients
Obtain and record patient history and client communication in a professional, detailed manner
Provide surgical discharges and home care instructions to clients after patient procedures
We offer a competitive compensation package, no on-call or after-hours emergency calls, full medical benefits, paid time off & sick leave, CE Reimbursement, license reimbursement, 401K with employer match, employee discounts on personal pet care, and much more! Apply today to find out why life is better here!
