LVT or VTIT - Spencer Springs Animal Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
About the Job
Spencer Springs Animal Hospital is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician or VTIT to join our team! The team at Spencer Springs is passionate and deeply committed about the animal health industry. We collaborate with one another to help solve industry-wide problems. Our skilled veterinary staff offers complete dental care, advanced surgery, general medicine, laser therapy, and urgent care at an AAHA accreditation level.
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Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct animal examinations, restrain patients, and review care plans and records
- Prep and assist in diagnostic, medical, and surgical procedures
- Fill prescriptions and administer PO, SQ, IM, IV medications, including proper documentation, logging and security of controlled drugs
- Operate and maintain hospital equipment
- Anesthetize animals and monitor anesthesia under the direction and supervision of the Veterinarian
- Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, and/or pain
- Ability to demonstrate and follow procedures in catheter placement and phlebotomy
- Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; updates database in an accurate and timely manner
- Proactive role in developing new skills and furthering knowledge base by attending CE
- Support the team in welcoming new employees and assist in the training process when needed
Qualifications and Skills:
- At least 2 years of experience performing above duties
- RVT, LVT, or CVT certification required OR VTIT credentials
- Confident with anesthesia monitoring and pre & post op care
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical drugs and calculations
Available Schedule: Full-time position, shifts will be Wednesday-Saturday from 8am-6pm
- We are open: M-F 7:30am-6pm
- Saturdays 8am-4pm
- Closed Sundays
Benefits We Offer:
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience ($23.00 - $28.00 per hour)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k + company match
- Paid time off
- Continuing education opportunities
- Professional development support
- Mental health assistance
- Employee discounts on veterinary services
- Scrub allowance
- Employee Referral Program
- Supportive and Motivating work environment!
Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!
Spencer Springs Animal Hospital is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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