Registered Veterinary Technician

At Gentle Care Animal Hospital, we value laughter, collaboration, and going the extra mile to make sure both pets and their families feel at home. Whether it's a pet's first visit, a check-up, or offering compassionate end-of-life care, our team treats each pet like family. From furry friends to feathered companions and scaly reptiles, we have a loyal patient base for those who love working with exotics. With big things on the horizon-new signage and exciting improvements to the practice-we're focused on continuing to create a positive, lasting impact for our clients and their pets. 

We are proud to provide a comprehensive range of veterinary services, from preventive care and wellness exams to internal medicine, surgery, and dental care. We have the latest in equipment and technology to provide exceptional treatment to our patients. In addition to 3 exam rooms and a comfort room, we are equipped with:

• Dental & Full Body Digital X-ray
• Ultrasound
• Orthopedic Equipment
• Cold Laser

If you thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment and are passionate about making a difference at every stage of a pet's life, we'd love for you to join us and be part of something truly special.

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Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

We're Looking For:

• A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
• Some Saturday availability
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees 
• Paid Bereavement Program 
• Paid Parental Leave Program  
• Competitive Compensation  
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program 
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster 
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions! 
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.) 

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. 

*Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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