Registered Veterinary Technician

Winder Animal Hospital is a multi-doctor companion animal and AAHA accredited facility in Winder, GA, offering wellness care, urgent care, surgery, high speed dentistry, digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound, in-house laboratory, and orthopedic surgery. 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, 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.

Responsibilities

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; Anesthetic management

Requirements

Active Registered/Licensed/Certified Veterinary Technician license; 1+ year professional experience; Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts; Availability to work weekends; 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; 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

Nice to have

Experience in dental radiography; Additional skills in dental radiography

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; 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 (e.g., Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses)