Veterinary Tech at Windy Hollow Veterinary Clinic
Montague, MA 01351
About the Job
At Windy Hollow Veterinary Clinic, we believe in a culture of learning and support. Our clinic has a mission of providing exceptional veterinary services in an intelligent and compassionate manner.
We are counting on your help to shape the future of WHVC because, here, we know it is our employees’ valuable contributions that lead to our overall success. You will benefit from a team support network while also maintaining the individuality that sets you apart. Your hard work and dedication as a Veterinary Technician will pay off as you build important relationships both within the workplace and the surrounding pet community. Add to your knowledge base and increase your skills as you work alongside veterinary professionals.
As a veterinary professional you already have a pretty good idea of the day-to-day requirements of being a talented Veterinary Technician. Here are some of the key skills that we are seeking that are particularly relevant to this opportunity:
- Client communication and education
- Assist in restraining pets in a manner that allows necessary procedures to be done with minimal stress to patients, and ensure safety of patients and people
- Take accurate notes and medical history of patients
- Anticipate the needs of the doctor for routine exam/surgery visits; follow doctors request to fill or refill medications
- Operating Room surgery assistance
- Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, lab work, radiology, and pharmacology highly preferred
Your qualifications are certainly essential to your success in this role and it is expected that you will demonstrate talent and skill as a Veterinary Technician. In addition, these qualities are important to us:
- Patience and kindness, especially in challenging situations
- Never stop learning and to never stop sharing your knowledge
- Maintaining a positive, supportive approach at all times- great things happen when everyone cooperates
- Client communication skills that convey core veterinary concepts to clients in an easily understandable and highly professional way.
- Ability to quickly build rapport with customers, fellow team members and leadership
In order to attract talented veterinary professionals like you, we have a flexible approach to remuneration based on your expertise and potential- typically this will include:
- An appealing salary that will reflect your abilities and future performance
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick leave
- Retirement Savings-with employer matching
- A Continuing Education allocation to assist with your Career Growth
Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 1 - 3 years
Salary: $18 - $21 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes