Veterinary Technician

Animal Medical Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi is a mixed animal veterinary practice caring primarily for companion animals and also serving local farms and large-animal patients. The Veterinarian Technician will support doctors and the veterinary team throughout the patient care process, including restraint, triage, sample collection, laboratory work, diagnostic imaging, hospitalized patient care, medication administration, surgical support, anesthesia monitoring and recovery, and client communication. The position requires the ability to work around unpleasant odors and noises and may involve exposure to bites, scratches, animal waste, and potentially contagious diseases. Hiring may be contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

Safely restraining veterinary patients using low-stress handling techniques; Triaging incoming patients and supporting efficient hospital flow; Collecting and processing blood, urine, fecal, and skin samples; Setting up and processing laboratory tests; Obtaining accurate medical histories and maintaining veterinary medical records; Assisting with diagnostic imaging and positioning patients for radiographs; Dental radiograph experience is a plus; Providing nursing care and monitoring hospitalized veterinary patients; Administering medications as directed by the veterinary team; Preparing patients for surgery and assisting with veterinary surgical procedures; Monitoring patients during anesthesia and recovery; Communicating treatment plans and care instructions clearly with clients; Supporting veterinarians and other veterinary team members in providing compassionate patient care

Requirements

At least 1 year of veterinary experience preferred; Weekend availability; Exceptional customer service and communication skills; Knowledge of preventive care, surgical procedures, and veterinary hospital flow; Strong animal restraint and low-stress handling skills; Experience with laboratory sample collection and processing; Experience positioning and capturing radiographs; Anesthesia and surgical monitoring experience; Accurate medical record documentation skills; A self-starter mindset and desire to advance your veterinary knowledge and skillset; The ability to receive and apply constructive feedback professionally

Nice to have

CVT, RVT, or LVT credentials; Dental radiograph experience

Benefits

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 Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program; 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)