Are you a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician / Assistant looking to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners? Health Care for Pets Hospital in Mills River, NC is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team of professionals.

Job Expectations:

Build positive, professional relationships with other staff members and clients
Educate clients regarding preventive care and treatment instructions
Provide excellent care to pets by assisting veterinarians with administering medications, nursing care, surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and dental prophylaxis
Work with team members to efficiently maintain the flow of outpatient appointments from history capturing, exam, and diagnostics, through discussion with client of findings and recommendations and implementation of treatment recommendations
Restrain for, perform sample collection, and use hospital equipment for patient diagnostic tests, digital radiographs, and submitting samples to outside laboratories
Use electronic medical records to accurately enter medical information and client charges
Perform routine hospital and equipment maintenance
Maintain awareness of the safety and security of patients, clients, and staff in our facility
Be sensitive to patient and client emotion
Other responsibilities where hospital needs intersect with your interests and talents

Veterinary Technician / Assistant Requirements:

Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Proficient computer skills
Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment
Organizational skills
Previous experience restraining animals
Able to lift 50 pounds
Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician
Current NC Registered Veterinary Technician preferred

Company Information:

Health Care for Pets Hospital is a locally owned small animal veterinary hospital located in Mills River, North Carolina. We offer a comprehensive range of veterinary services for dogs and cats including medical, preventive, surgical, and dental services. The dedicated team of veterinarians and staff focuses on providing the highest level of care by building relationships with both pets and their owners. We enjoy a positive and encouraging work environment with each other, working with clients who value our care and thoroughness. Our underlying purpose is to support and honor the human animal bond and the benefits of pet ownership, and our core values are respect, honesty and compassion.

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