NVA General Practice · 1 day ago
Veterinary Technician
Farmington, NM
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelNVA General Practice is seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians to join Valley Veterinary Clinic. The role involves providing exceptional patient care, assisting with various veterinary tasks, and maintaining a professional environment while supporting clients and their pets.
HospitalMedicalPetVeterinary
Responsibilities
Follows time clock procedures for clocking in and out at the start and end of the shift
Reports to work on time for each shift and remains until the end of shift
Ensures the treatment area, exam rooms, lab area, and surgery room are clean and tidy, maintaining a professional appearance at all times
Assists the Hospital Manager with special projects during slow times
Maintains a professional and calm demeanor with all clients
Greets the client and patient and helps ensure an orderly transition from the check in to check out
Acts as an intermediary between the doctor and the client, responsible for tasks such as client follow-up phone calls after a visit or surgery
Clearly and accurately explains all services, procedures, treatments, and costs
Recommends routine treatments and educates the client appropriately
Provides the client with all appropriate educational materials
Updates patient file and charges accurately and in a timely fashion to allow for an efficient client check-out process
Notes any recommended products or services in the chart and communicates these with the Client Service Representative
Creates accurate estimates/treatment plans and discuss with clients(including costs and payment options) to gain approval (signature preferred)
Fill prescriptions once approved either in house or by contacting outside pharmacy
Assist emotional and grieving clients with care, compassion, and patience
Demonstrates and utilizes proper restraining techniques
Reads and accurately interprets the patient chart
Obtains and records baseline medication information
Performs cursory examinations, including assessment of the eyes, ears, and teeth with dental scoring
Completes routine procedures such as nail trims, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression
Completes all necessary updates to the patient chart, specifically the travel sheet, and including accurate charges
Utilizes the hospital computer system to enter appropriate products and services from the treatment sheet (This responsibility may be shared with the Client Service Representative)
Collects appropriate blood samples for various diagnostic tests
Properly runs diagnostic tests
Obtains necessary cytology samples for ear swabs and skin scrapings
Collects samples for fecal analysis and urinalysis
Accurately completes and submits all laboratory samples and paperwork
Properly obtains and processes radiographs utilizing the correct protective garments, labeling, positioning, and exposure
Completes dental x-rays, scaling, and polishing
Prepares patient for surgery, including aseptic technique and monitoring equipment
Selects, calculates, and administers appropriate dosages of anesthetic agents
Monitors patient during anesthesia and recovery
Maintains surgical packs (cleanliness, contents, and sterility)
Completes updates to the surgical/treatment log and drug logs
Maintains exam, surgical, and dental equipment
Provides post-surgery updates to clients
Logs all medications in appropriate areas
Receives DVM approval for medication refills, and processes refills accordingly
Routine procedures including:
Baseline medical data: weight, temperature, heart rate, etc
Cursory examinations
Nail trims
Ear cleaning
Anal gland expression
Prophylactic dental care, including recognition of teeth abnormalities
Diagnostic testing, including FeLV, FIV, heartworm, fecal analysis, and urinalysis
Blood testing and cytology sampling
Hospital medications, protocols, and general medical recommendations
Utilization and maintenance of anesthesia and hospital equipment
Telephone etiquette and excellence in Customer Service
English language
Client service and interpersonal skills
Patient restraint techniques
Routine examinations and sample collection
Dental scaling, polishing, and x-rays
Reading and interpreting patient charts and travel sheets
Injections and catheter placement
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, E-mail, and AVImark experience preferred)
Professional and courteous
Flexibility
Willingness to learn
Attention to detail
Adherence to procedures and protocols
Works well in team environment
Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision
Qualification
Required
Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with compassion, efficiency, and flexibility
Self-starter with the ability to critically think
Maintain a positive attitude
Open to learning
Desire to continually advance knowledge and skills
Pre-employment drug screen required
Dependable
Adaptable/flexible
High stress tolerance
Follows time clock procedures for clocking in and out at the start and end of the shift
Reports to work on time for each shift and remains until the end of shift
Ensures the treatment area, exam rooms, lab area, and surgery room are clean and tidy
Maintains a professional and calm demeanor with all clients
Greets the client and patient and helps ensure an orderly transition from the check in to check out
Acts as an intermediary between the doctor and the client
Clearly and accurately explains all services, procedures, treatments, and costs
Recommends routine treatments and educates the client appropriately
Provides the client with all appropriate educational materials
Updates patient file and charges accurately and in a timely fashion
Notes any recommended products or services in the chart and communicates these with the Client Service Representative
Creates accurate estimates/treatment plans and discuss with clients
Fill prescriptions once approved either in house or by contacting outside pharmacy
Assist emotional and grieving clients with care, compassion, and patience
Demonstrates and utilizes proper restraining techniques
Reads and accurately interprets the patient chart
Obtains and records baseline medication information
Performs cursory examinations, including assessment of the eyes, ears, and teeth with dental scoring
Completes routine procedures such as nail trims, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression
Completes all necessary updates to the patient chart
Utilizes the hospital computer system to enter appropriate products and services from the treatment sheet
Collects appropriate blood samples for various diagnostic tests
Properly runs diagnostic tests
Obtains necessary cytology samples for ear swabs and skin scrapings
Collects samples for fecal analysis and urinalysis
Accurately completes and submits all laboratory samples and paperwork
Properly obtains and processes radiographs utilizing the correct protective garments, labeling, positioning, and exposure
Completes dental x-rays, scaling, and polishing
Prepares patient for surgery, including aseptic technique and monitoring equipment
Selects, calculates, and administers appropriate dosages of anesthetic agents
Monitors patient during anesthesia and recovery
Maintains surgical packs (cleanliness, contents, and sterility)
Completes updates to the surgical/treatment log and drug logs
Maintains exam, surgical, and dental equipment
Provides post-surgery updates to clients
Logs all medications in appropriate areas
Receives DVM approval for medication refills, and processes refills accordingly
Routine procedures including baseline medical data: weight, temperature, heart rate, etc
Cursory examinations
Nail trims
Ear cleaning
Anal gland expression
Prophylactic dental care, including recognition of teeth abnormalities
Diagnostic testing, including FeLV, FIV, heartworm, fecal analysis, and urinalysis
Blood testing and cytology sampling
Hospital medications, protocols, and general medical recommendations
Utilization and maintenance of anesthesia and hospital equipment
Telephone etiquette and excellence in Customer Service
English language
Client service and interpersonal skills
Patient restraint techniques
Routine examinations and sample collection
Dental scaling, polishing, and x-rays
Reading and interpreting patient charts and travel sheets
Injections and catheter placement
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, E-mail)
Professional and courteous
Flexibility
Willingness to learn
Attention to detail
Adherence to procedures and protocols
Works well in team environment
Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision
High school diploma
Preferred
Bachelors degree in related area and/or is a plus but not required
CVT or RVT certification is a plus but not required
Prior experience desired but willing to train the right candidate
AVImark experience preferred
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
CE allowance
Uniform allowance
Pet insurance
401K
Ability to bonus
PTO
Company
NVA General Practice
At NVA General Practice, we’re on a mission to give every pet their best life.
Founded in 1996
10001+ employees
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