Certified Veterinary Technician

Eau Claire Animal Hospital, is looking for a Full-Time Certified Veterinary Technician. We are fast-paced and high volume. We offer small animal and exotic veterinary medicine. Our years of dedication have earned us a repeated #1 spot for Best Veterinary Clinic in the Chippewa Valley. 

We are seeking a compassionate and hard-working individual to join own growing hospital.

Skills Required:

• Monitoring, recording and reporting physical signs of pets.
• Collecting blood, urine, and fecal samples as needed.
• Client communication
• Recording patient vitals, client communications and treatment plans into medical notes.
• Responding to questions in person or over the phone.
• Assisting Veterinarians as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

Veterinary Technicians and Assistants must have a broad knowledge of animal science and medicine. They must be able to successfully soothe, handle and restrain animals, large and small. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented and well-organized in order to take medical histories, carry out instructions, document patient statistics, and update records.

PERSONAL AND PHYSICAL:

• Must be able to work evenings and Saturdays.
• Must enjoy working with animals
• Detail-oriented
• Must possess sufficient strength and assertiveness to effectively restrain patients.
• Must be able to be on foot a minimum of eight hours per day.
• Must be able to handle dogs on leashes.
• Must be able to work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, animal dander, and excretions.
• Must have strong communication & interpersonal skills.
• Must possess a love of animals and patience when handling pets.
• Must display a professional manner at all times.

Education/Experience:

• High school 
• CVT Program

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Starting at $21/hour and up dependent on experience.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• CVT Program graduate/licensed

Experience:

• Veterinary technician experience: 1 year (Required)

Animal handling: 1 year (Required)