Veterinary Technician / Assistant

Castle West Animal Hospital near 11105 West Ave, San Antonio TX

Description

We - offer 401K, Health Insurance, Paid Vacation We - Will pay for you to become a Certified Veterinary Technician - CVT Veterinary Technician Job Description • Provides compassionate care to patients. • Performs all duties in accordance with hospital medical policies and procedures. • Prepares and maintains the exam rooms and treatment areas or vehicle. • Performs physical examinations; records observations on patients. • Assists the doctor in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; assists the doctor in administering anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids. • Gives injections and administers oral medications in accordance with hospital policy. • Performs emergency procedures such as control of bleeding, resuscitation with oxygen, opening airways, and external cardiac massage. • Assists in restraining pets (horses, animals) when necessary. • Performs clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures; draws blood for laboratory analysis; maintains file of lab test results and ensures that test results are recorded in patient records. • Takes radiographs and administers EKGs and EEGs. • Admits and discharges patients on the doctor's orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state. Counsels clients on various aspects of animal care; explains dosage/purpose of medications; reinforces the proper care and procedures that should be followed at home; makes follow-up calls to clients. • Understands usage and dosage for all prescription drugs and can readily explain them to the clients. • Properly cleans all surgical materials after they are used; keeps the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery. • Maintains an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by the inventory control system. • Assists other staff members as required. • Understands and carries out oral and written directions. • Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees