Veterinary Technician
Company: Rarebreed Veterinary Partners
Location: Kennebunk
Posted on: January 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Kennebunk Veterinary Hospitalis looking for a compassionateand
engagedVeterinary Technician!Were a strong team, where everyone is
valued and respected. We have a good time and work every day to be
better than we were the day before. This is a place where you can
have a real impact on the way care is delivered and on the lives of
the people and pets we serve. Most of us have been here more than 5
years, and many have been with us for 15-20 years. For the health
of our patients and the sanity of our staff, were looking for the
right person to round out the teamand were willing to take our time
to find the right fit. We want whoever we add to the mix to be
happy here for a long time.Key Responsibilities: Provides
compassionate care to patients and clients Keeps accurate medical
records in accordance with hospital policy, including in-depth
knowledge of medical terminology and record keeping. Prepares and
maintains the exam rooms and treatment areas Performs physical
assessments and records observations, including triaging and
problem solving to achieve the best possible outcomes. Safe, low
stress and compassionate handling and restraint. Prepares estimates
for procedures and discusses financial commitments with clients
Venipuncture and IV catheter placement Pharmacy skills, including
protocols for filling in-house Radiography and digital imaging
Monitors vitals by hand and with equipment Sample collection and
processing for in-house and reference labs Builds initial rapport
and long term relationships with both pets and clients,
successfully communicates plans and estimates to owners. Maintains
an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by
the inventory control system Assists the Veterinarian in medical,
surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery;
administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and
recovery; administers fluids Communicates within the team,
proactively advocating for their patients needs Operates practice
management software (AVImark) and related software
packagesRequirements: High school diploma or equivalent Veterinary
Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) is highly
desirable; equivalent training and experience may substitute.
Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can deal with them even
when they are stressed, ill or in pain. Dedication to safety for
all parties involved. Must have a positive attitude and be a team
player. Strong work ethic and track record of being reliable.
Willingness to learn new skills and techniques. About us:Kennebunk
Veterinary Hospitalis a five doctor, small animal practice located
on the coast of Southern Maine. Weve spent the last 30 years
building a wonderful clientele who value our role in their
families. It is not unusual for us to care for pets from multiple
generations of a family. Most of our new clients come in as
referrals, and we pride ourselves on our good reputation.You could
be proud to work here. A common purpose with an uncommon
passionthis isRarebreedVeterinary Partners.We area purpose driven
team placing talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in
our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional
care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the
extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital
teams. We focus on providing the best culture, tools and support to
our hospitals to allow the staff to focus on what they love most,
caring for our animal companions.What else do we have to offer? At
Rarebreed, we provide employees in the veterinary profession with
the best work experience by creating and fostering a great culture
where you can thrive. We value you and offer a one-of-a-kind,
flexible total compensation package that consists of the following:
Competitive base compensation plus bonus incentive Competitive
medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage 401K with 100%
company match of up to 3%, and a 50% match for the 4th and 5th%
Generous paid time off to ensure a healthy work/life balance
Employee Referral Award Program Company-paid life insurance and
short-term disability, voluntary life insurance available Medical
and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts IDEXX diagnostic fees
for personal pets covered Personal pet care discounts Access to
Employee Assistance Programs Continuing education time off and
reimbursement Free monthly wellness meetings focusing on stress &
anxiety reduction and mindfulness Free online group exercise
classes, such as yoga and HIIT (High Energy Interval Training),
twice a week, taught by certified trainers Free quarterly financial
wellness classes to provide guidance in areas such as student loan
debt, budgeting, improving credit scores, mortgages, and
refinancing.Employment will require the successful completion of
references and background check.Rarebreed Veterinary Partners
provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard
to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical
disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic
information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran
status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and
local non-discrimination laws.Learn more about our career
opportunities at:
https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/PM22PI202129003
Keywords: Rarebreed Veterinary Partners, New England , Veterinary Technician, Healthcare , Kennebunk, Northeast
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