Lead Veterinary Technician
$120,000–$120,000 year
On-siteChattanooga, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Deliver exceptional nursing care utilizing diagnostic sample collection, catheter placement, venipuncture, radiography, and dental cleanings while supporting veterinarians during preventative, injury, and illness visits. Assist with patient procedures and surgeries, including anesthetic induction and monitoring, and manage instrument and equipment care in the surgical suite. Obtain health history from clients and ensure accurate documentation within the electronic medical record. Guide and mentor newer team members to foster continued professional growth. This full-time role requires an active state license and minimum two years of small animal clinical experience. Located in Chattanooga, TN, Animal Clinic Inc. is an AAHA-accredited facility offering comprehensive benefits including 401K matching, medical insurance, and paid time off.
Required Qualifications
- Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active state license
- Student of an accredited Veterinary Technology program
- Minimum 2 years' professional experience in small animal clinical setting
- Superior technical knowledge and skills
- Proficient in medical math calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, conversions, etc.)
- Excellent communication skills with clients and team members
- Proficient time management, ability to solve problems, learn, and handle multiple tasks
- Enthusiastic team player with a patient and positive professional attitude
- Ability to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds
- Ability to work on feet most of the day
- Ability to adjust to changes in the environment and handle stress in a calm manner
- Team player with patience
- Detail oriented due to the high level of quality medicine
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