Veterinary Technician/Assistant - Jefferson Animal Hospitals
Louisville, KY
About the Job
Jefferson Animal Hospital and Regional Emergency Center is a 24/day 365 day/year AAHA Certified animal hospital.
What we do:
We save lives every day! We see cases ranging from trauma to any and all illnesses that need emergency care. We assist pet owners with understanding their pets' particular situation and help them understand how to best treat their pets illness or injuries. We provide care and support for situations that result in end of life. We work as a close knit team to deliver these services to the pets and their owners in our community.
What you will do:
You will work directly with the Doctors, Technicians and the rest of our team to triage and treat pet emergencies. You will learn how to provide care to not only the pet, but the owner along with education and support during their pet's emergency. You will learn and work to reach the high standards of the American Animal Hospital Association that provide the veterinary profession with standards. You will be encouraged to work to the full potential of your accreditation. Our Doctors examine, diagnose, prescribe and perform surgery. Our technicians do everything else including blood draws, cath placements, positioning and taking of radiographs (digital), anesthetic monitoring, and performing all treatments needed. You will be challenged every day!
Benefits and Opportunities:
- Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, paid life insurance and long term disability coverage for full time
- Flexible scheduling with schedules posted every 3-4 weeks in advance - PTO provided
- Continued Education benefits including a budget and paid time off for CE
- Complete training in all areas including all technical skills, surgery, and ICU patient care
- Technical and Management opportunities available
- Reimbursement for VTNE test and professional dues and fees
- Excellent pet care discounts and benefits provided
We are currently seeking Full Time and Part Time Veterinary Technicians and assistants for our fast paced emergency environment.
This position is for 2nd shift hours. Late night and overnight hours are available if preferred. We provide a differential of $15.00 and up per shift for late night and overnight shifts after 90 days.
$17-$21 per hour starting pay based on experience. Up to $24 per hour for Technicians with advanced experience