veterinary technician
Posted on
June 03, 2024
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Village Centre Animal Hospital
Job details
Welcome to the beautiful small town of Binbrook, located just outside of Hamilton. We are seeking to add 1-2 skilled and compassionate Veterinary Technicians to our team of caring individuals. As our Veterinary Technician, you will play a crucial role in providing our patients and clients with a high level of care. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a clinic where you can make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners.
Duties include:
- Assist the veterinarian in examinations, surgeries, and other medical procedures.
- Administer medications, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
- Complete in-house lab tests such as blood work, urinalysis, and fecal examinations, prepare samples for outside lab testing. We are fully equipped with a new Idexx in-house lab including a Sedivue for quicker urinalysis results.
- Perform digital radiographs and complete consults with radiologists when needed.
- Anesthetic induction, and monitoring during procedures.
- Provide post-operative care and monitor recovery.
- Educate pet owners on proper animal care and medication administration.
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
- Clean and sterilize equipment and instruments, as well as machine maintenance.
- Assist with inventory management of medical supplies
Qualifications:
- Certification as a Veterinary Technician. (Registration preferred, willing to help new grads).
- Previous experience working as a Veterinary Technician is highly desired but onsite training is provided to new grads.
- Proficient knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Compassionate nature with a genuine love for animals
- Ability to handle animals.
We offer competitive pay based on experience, as well as the following benefits:
- Health insurance coverage
- Paid time off and holidays
- Continuing education opportunities for professional development
- Flexible schedules to allow for a work-life balance
If you are passionate about providing exceptional care to animals and are looking for a fulfilling career as a Veterinary Technician, we would love to hear from you!
Email resume and cover letter to: terra.kramer@villagecentreanimalhospital.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $22.00-$26.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 36 per week
Benefits:
* Dental care
* Discounted or free food
* Extended health care
* Flexible schedule
* On-site parking
* Paid time off
* Store discount
Flexible Language Requirement:
* French not required
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
* Overtime pay
Application question(s):
* Have you written and passed the VTNE?
Experience:
* veterinary technician: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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LocationBinbrook, ON
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Salary$22.00 to $26.00HOUR hourly
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
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