Linnaeus ยท 4 months ago
Experienced Veterinary Technician
Linnaeus is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician to join the VCA Old Town team in Alexandria, VA. The role involves supporting technician and doctor teams to create a positive atmosphere for clients and patients while providing exceptional medical care.
Health CareVeterinary
Responsibilities
Support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients
Win the confidence of every pet parent by delivering an outstanding client experience
Provide exceptional care to every patient
Perform physical examinations and patient assessment
Monitor anesthesia
Assist in surgical preparation and procedures
Perform dentistry
Conduct radiology
Carry out laboratory work
Perform venipuncture
Place catheters
Manage pharmacy tasks
Ensure patient recovery
Provide compassionate care of hospitalized animals
Qualification
Required
Veterinary Technology degree
CVT, RVT, or LVT credentials
surgical experience
Physical examinations and patient assessment skills
Anesthesia monitoring skills
Surgical preparation and assisting skills
Dentistry skills
Radiology skills
Laboratory work skills
Venipuncture skills
Catheter placement skills
Pharmacy skills
Patient recovery skills
Compassionate care of hospitalized animals
Benefits
Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
Growth & leadership opportunities
Career development programs
Veterinary Technology degree tuition support and scholarships
Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid parental leave
401(k)
Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
Referral bonuses
Competitive wage
Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
Company
Linnaeus
Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd (A Mars Company).
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-06-07Acquired
Company data provided by crunchbase