Experienced Part-Time Veterinary Technician/ Assistant Needed at our holistic practice in beautiful St. Pete Beach. No emergency, surgery, radiology or inpatient services required. Required experience: Minimum 2 years in veterinary services, ability to draw blood on dogs and cats and place IV catheters well. Knowledge of TCVM/holistic medicine is preferred but not required.
Veterinary Healing Arts is seeking a pro-active, self-motivated, organized, compassionate and well-balanced person to join our “family” team as a Veterinary Technician / Vet Tech/ Assistant at our St. Pete Beach clinic. This is a part-time position (20-30 hrs/week) working Tuesday - Thursday/ Friday.
Veterinary Technician / Vet Tech/ Assistant - Responsibilities & Duties
- Prepare appointment rooms prior to & after patient visits.
- Complete the initial patient history and record notations in the patient chart.
- Assist the Veterinarian with routine patient appointments: (a) Be able to properly restrain patients; (b) Perform routine blood draws; (c) Place IV catheters for the occasional euthanasia; and (d) Courteously communicate with clients and co-workers.
- Address client phone calls courteously and efficiently
- Review estimates and explain procedures and products with clients
- Communicate with staff and vendors in a clear, concise and professional manner
- Be able to compassionately and knowledgeably communicate medical information to clients
- Fill medications and other natural products accurately
- Collect, process and/ or ship laboratory samples.
Veterinary Technician / Vet Tech/ Assistant - Required Skills & Experience
- Positive attitude!
- 2-3 years’ experience as a veterinary assistant (we will check references).
- Knowledge of gentle and complete animal restraint. Fear-free
- Proficient phlebotomy skills
- Proficient IV catheter placement
- Ability to set up and read laboratory samples (fecal, ear and skin cytology, heartworm tests)
- Knowledge of medical anatomy enough to perform cold laser therapy (previous laser experience is not required)
- Ability to communicate in a respectful and calm manor
- Self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision
- Able to carry and/or lift up to 40 lbs (rarely needed)
- Able to multi-task
- Able to stand on your feet for extended periods of time
- Reliable, dependable and compassionate
- Computer skills not required just an understanding of email
We require that those applying for the Veterinary Technician / Vet Tech/ Assistant Position have a minimum of two years hands-on experience in a clinic, hospital or shelter environment, can draw blood and place IV catheters in dogs and cats well.
Applicants for our Veterinary Technician / Vet Tech/ Assistant position do NOT need to have a Certified Veterinary Technician Certification.
Veterinary Healing Arts is a Holistic Veterinary Center dedicated to using Acupuncture, Tui-na, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Cold laser therapy and food therapy to complement conventional Veterinary medicine.
Veterinary Healing Arts is a limited service practice and we do not do emergency, radiology, surgery or boarding. We are a drug-free work place.
The knowledge of living in a positive, healthy and natural way is beneficial to be able to work well in this progressive, holistic and zen environment.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Clinical: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- St Pete Beach, FL 33706: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person