Job description

Sumner Veterinary Hospital is looking for Licensed Veterinary Technicians to join our team! SVH has been proudly serving the Greater South Sound for over 40 years. We are a 24/7 full service practice equipped to offer advanced emergency and critical care services. At our core remains a deep seated belief that pets enhance our lives and that caring for them and their loved ones is a necessary and honorable profession we are proud to belong to.

Currently, we have 15 Doctors on staff, with GP and ER Services available. We are fortunate to have a Rehabilitation specialist and Alternative Medicine DVM on staff, and offer exposure to those treatments. We are looking for LVTs that are seeking a fast paced and varied environment. Every day will present something new, and our needs for LVTs are varied. We are looking for team members to fill a variety of spots during day, swing and overnight.

The ideal candidate will flourish in a large team environment and enjoy working in a collaborative environment. Self-motivation, a willingness to learn and teach, and a love of problem solving. Basic job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Assists the veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed in order to work safely and effectively.

· Prepares and administer medications, and treatments, as prescribed by the veterinarian.

· Administers anesthesia to animals under the direction of the veterinarian and monitors animals’ responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.

· Obtains radiographs of animals with knowledge of proper positioning and techniques.

· Cares for and monitors the condition of animals recovering from surgery.

· Performs laboratory tests on blood, urine, and feces, such as urinalyses and blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.

· Administers emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.

· Collects, prepares, and labels samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.

· Cleans and sterilizes instruments, equipment, and materials.

· Provides the veterinarian with the correct equipment and instruments, as needed.

· Fills prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.

· Prepares animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas and placing IV catheters.

· Maintains clean examination rooms and treatment areas.

· Works collaboratively with veterinarians and other team members to ensure that all animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently.

At Sumner Veterinary Hospital, we know that our dedicated support team is the backbone of the practice. We honor this philosophy by offering:

Competitive wages, dependent on experience and starting at $23/hr

Paid time off

Uniforms

Team jacket after 90 days

Flexible schedules

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401k

LVT renewal reimbursement

CE allowance

Access to our Hospital Podcast hosted by our own Dr. Sugerman

Hands on training opportunities with our Doctor team

Quarterly bonuses that increase with time on staff

Opportunity for advancement and leadership if desired

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: One location

johnandkristie.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, johnandkristie.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, johnandkristie.com is the ideal place to find your next job.