Do you enjoy working with pets and people and possess excellent customer service skills? Then our full time Veterinary Technician position may be for you!
Patrick Veterinary clinic is a well-established and respected veterinary practice located in beautiful downtown Charleston. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a passion for providing an exceptional client and pet experience. Our ideal candidate will be dependable, well organized, detail-oriented and someone who enjoys learning new things each day.
The Veterinary Technician will work with the doctor and other hospital staff to care for our canine and feline patients. Responsibilities include completing patient charts and treatments, assisting in appointments and surgery, filling prescriptions, client communication and facility cleanliness.
Knowledge and Abilities:
- 1 year experience working in a veterinary facility.
- High school graduate level or above
- Must have a friendly cageside manner.
- Possess excellent communications skills.
- Telephone and computer skills are necessary.
- Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.
Technical Skills:
- Venipuncture
- Radiology
- Restraint
- Obtaining TPR on hospitalized patients
- Catheter placement and maintenance of fluids
- Wellness SOP/vaccine protocols
- Anesthetic and surgical skills
- Dentistry
- Controlled drug logging
This is a full time position. Work week includes several weekdays and rotating Saturday mornings. Compensation is based on many factors including experience. Benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, health insurance, discounted pet care, Simple IRA with company contribution and opportunities for continuing education. To learn more about us please visit our website at www.patrickvet.com. If you are interested in working here, please apply and submit a resume.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Healthcare setting:
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Ability to Relocate:
- Charleston, SC 29403: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person