Registered Veterinary Technician in Sherrills Ford, North Carolina at Sherrills Ford Animal Hospital

Sherrills Ford Animal Hospital is a busy, AAHA accredited, Cat Friendly Practice Certified (Gold), privately owned veterinary practice. We pride ourselves on practicing the best quality medicine for our patients. Sherrills Ford is growing area located between Denver and Mooresville at the top of Lake Norman.

We are at the forefront of medical technology, providing:

Health/Wellness
Sick/Urgent Visits
Ultrasound
Digital Radiography
Advanced Surgeries and Dentistry

We are looking for a unique team member to join our family! We encourage professional growth and learning and have a great benefits package that reflects this! We have skilled veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians on staff!

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dedicated and caring Veterinary Technician! You will support our veterinarians and and fellow team members in provide outstanding care to our patients and clients. We constantly evolve our medicine as new treatments, diagnostics and medications become available. You will join an existing team of experienced credentialed veterinary technicians!

Job Responsibilities:

Complete patient check-ins and treatments
Collect laboratory samples from patients and prepare them for testing
Assist veterinarians with examinations and procedures
Perform dental prophylaxis, take radiographs, assist in surgery
Calculate drug dosages correctly and prepare prescriptions
Treat every patient like they were your own
Enter medical records in the Practice Management Software
Provide excellent client service and education

Qualifications and Skills:

A proven track record of working as a veterinary technician
Attention to detail
Ability to multitask and take initiative
Ability to work in stressful situations while making sound decisions
Customer service skills
Excellent prioritization and efficiency
RVT, CVT, or LVT is required for this position (new graduates encouraged to apply!)
Must be able to lift patients up to 40 pounds alone, and patients over 50 pounds with assistance

Benefits and Perks:
Salary: Pay based on experience, $25/hour based on entry level experience
401k with matching
Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Continuing Education Allowance
Uniform allowance
Employee pet care benefit
Employee assistance program
Professional development and mentorship
Tuition Reimbursement for Veterinary Technician school

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