Certified Veterinary Technician

Thornton, CO, United States

Description

Position at Eastlake Veterinary Services

Credentialed Veterinary Technicians

Eastlake Veterinary Services

Thornton, CO

More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At Eastlake Veterinary Services , a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself.

We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you'll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy.

And, we have plenty of fun along the way!

Who we are

At Eastlake Veterinary Services , you'll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network.

Feel the warmth and openness of a local clinic, while having the opportunity and security of a united network. Get the quality of life (and work) to meet your unique needs through industry-first benefits, because holistic health is about caring for the whole person - providing for your physical, mental, spiritual, and social needs.

Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers.

Eastlake Veterinary Services is looking to add a full-time Credentialed Veterinary Technician to their team!

As a Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

Role Responsibilities:

Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.

With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.

Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.

Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.

Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.

Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.

Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.

Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements:

Possess an active LVT/RVT or CVT (Required)

Has a minimum of 1 years of clinical veterinary experience

New Vet Tech graduates encouraged to apply

Comfortable utilizing digital radiography machines to acquire images using proper technique and positioning.

Prepare animals and instruments for surgery

Provide surgical assistance and post-operative care

Administer medications, and treatments prescribed by a veterinarian

Possesses a positive work attitude

Self-motivated

Excellent communication and organization skills

Superior technical skills

Is committed to a stress-free environment for our patients

Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment

You'll Grow with Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU

Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills

A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement

And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits - our care in action

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:

Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions

quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account

Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations

Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets

Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions

401k with employer contribution and no waiting period

Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete

Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program

and so much more!

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $20-$23/ hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.

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