Description
Position Overview:
Willowcreek Animal Hospital is seeking a reliable and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our mixed animal practice. This role involves working with both small and large animals, assisting veterinarians in delivering high-quality medical care, and supporting daily clinic operations.
Qualifications:
- Veterinary technician experience preferred, but not required (certification a plus)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Comfortable working with a variety of animals, including equine and livestock
- Willingness to learn and adapt
- Dependable and flexible schedule
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures
- Monitor anesthesia and patient recovery
- Perform laboratory testing and diagnostics
- Assist in taking radiographs (X-rays)
- Administer medications
- Handle and restrain both large and small animals safely
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Client communication and education
- Assist with emergency and critical care cases
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of clinic and equipment
Schedule Requirements:
- Part-time hours initially
- Participation in after-hours on-call rotation
- Weekend rotation required