Veterinary Technician jobs in Charleston, WV

Veterinary Technician assists veterinarian with exams, surgeries, and first aid. Collects and documents case history and treatment details. Being a Veterinary Technician monitors vital signs and condition of animals being treated and provides nursing care. Takes X rays, EKG, Ultrasound, and performs various lab test including urinalysis and blood counts. Additionally, Veterinary Technician depending on state regulations, may administer anesthesia, injections, and perform dental prophylaxis, catheterization, and other procedures under supervision of a veterinarian. Instructs pet owners on how to administer medication and other animal care skills. Typically requires an associate degree. Depending on state, may require RVT certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Veterinary Technician works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Veterinary Technician typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant
  • Charleston Regional Spay Neuter Center DBA The Fix 'Em Clinic
  • Charleston, WV FULL_TIME
  • We are a high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter 501(c)3 non-profit veterinary clinic. Affiliated and mentored by the ASPCA, we follow the highest standards of care for our patients. Our mission is spay/neuter, but we also provide out-patient services for prevention and overall health. We do not perform any other surgery besides spay/neuter, do not take emergencies, and we do not provide dentals or radiographs.

    We are seeking a full-time, seasoned veterinary technician or veterinary assistant to provide exceptional care for our patients.

    Responsibilities:

    - Checking in pets for spay/neuter and wellness

    - Prepping patients for surgery & patient recovery

    - Checking out pets for spay/neuter and wellness

    - Making surgical packs

    - Performing a wide variety of out-patient services including but not limited to: vaccinations, IDEXX SNAP and Catalyst bloodwork, IDEXX CBC, nail trims, ear cleanings, microchips, ear cytology exams, fecal tests, pharmacy refills, restraint, physical examinations, etc.

    - Accurate recordkeeping and handling of controlled substances

    Traits to Succeed:

    - Excellent communication skills with peers, veterinarian, and front desk

    - Ability to multi-task with accuracy

    - Ability to work under stress and pressure

    - Good attitude and genuine care of clients and patients

    - Ability to stand for long periods of time

    - Can lift and restrain large dogs

    - Ability to read and understand animal behavior

    - Highly self-motivated

    Schedule is 4 10-hour shifts. Pay is a range competitive with the current market rate and is based on experience, skills, and certifications.

    The Fix 'Em Clinic is an equal-opportunity employer and does not exclude, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against any person on the ground of race, color, national origin, disability, or age.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $11.00 - $16.00 per hour

    Expected hours: 40 per week

    Benefits:

    • Employee discount
    • Health insurance
    • License reimbursement
    • Paid time off

    Schedule:

    • 10 hour shift
    • Day shift

    Work Location: In person

  • 8 Days Ago

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Veterinary Technician Externship
  • Alliance Animal Health
  • Saint Albans, WV FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionGateway Animal Hospital was proudly founded in 1965 to provide quality care to your exceptional community. Our establishment offers preventive care, wellness exams, internal medicin...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Veterinary Technician Externship
  • Gateway Animal Hospital
  • Saint Albans, WV FULL_TIME
  • Company Description Gateway Animal Hospital was proudly founded in 1965 to provide quality care to your exceptional community. Our establishment offers preventive care, wellness exams, internal medici...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Veterinary Technician Externship
  • Animal Care Associates - Charleston, WV
  • Charleston, WV INTERN
  • Company Description Animal Care Associates is a full-service animal hospital and boarding facility that has been treating pets in the Charleston, WV area since 1984. We set a standard for excellent ve...
  • 29 Days Ago

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Veterinary Technician Externship
  • Alliance Animal Health
  • Charleston, WV FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionAnimal Care Associates is a full-service animal hospital and boarding facility that has been treating pets in the Charleston, WV area since 1984. We set a standard for excellent vet...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Automotive Technician with Friendship Kia
  • Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)
  • Mount Hope, WV FULL_TIME
  • Kia Retailers are offering skilled and experienced military Veterans with the opportunity to begin an inspiring career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. To support this Kia Retailer initiative, K...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,134 per week
  • Hiring Now!
  • Huntington, WV
  • Fiber Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Huntington, West Vir...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Groomer
  • Petco
  • Barboursville, WV
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an e...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse (RN) - ICU (Intensive Care Unit) - Huntington, WV - 833234
  • Emerald Health Services
  • Huntington, WV
  • Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel RN - ICU 48's Shift: Days / 7a-7p (12x4) 48 hours per week, EOW, No Call Length:...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN Medical-Surgical job in Charleston, WV
  • Host Healthcare
  • Charleston, WV
  • Estimated Hourly Pay: $23.17 - $30.17 Estimated Weekly Gross Pay: $2534.11 - $2687.13 WHY CHOOSE HOST HEALTHCARE? Becaus...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Executive- Commercial Lines
  • AssuredPartners
  • Charleston, WV
  • Overview Love what you do but not where you do it? As a Sales Executive at AssuredPartners, you will use your existing s...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,279 per week
  • Hiring Now!
  • Huntington, WV
  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Huntingt...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Groomer
  • Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc.
  • Barboursville, WV
  • As a Pet Stylist at Petco, you will be responsible for providing professional grooming services to our valued customers'...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Groomer
  • Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.
  • Barboursville, WV
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an e...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Charleston is the most populous city in, and the capital of, the U.S. state of West Virginia. Located at the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha rivers, the population during the 2017 Census Estimate was 47,929. The Charleston metropolitan area as a whole had 214,406 residents. Charleston is the center of government, commerce, and industry for Kanawha County, of which it is the county seat. Early industries important to Charleston included salt and the first natural gas well. Later, coal became central to economic prosperity in the city and the surrounding area. Today, trade, utilities, governm...
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Income Estimation for Veterinary Technician jobs
$29,866 to $42,168
Charleston, West Virginia area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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