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Registered Veterinary Techinician

Colchester Veterinary Hospital is seeking a part-time or full-time licensed and experienced Registered Veterinary Technician.

 

Company Overview: Colchester Veterinary Hospital is a 4000 sq foot facility in the convenient location of the Truro Industrial Park.  We are an innovative small animal hospital dedicated to creating an elevated healthcare experience for our vet team, clients, and patients. As an independent clinic, we are looking for team members to help create a clinic atmosphere that they enjoy. Our clinic boasts a warm and welcoming atmosphere where our staff feel valued and know that they are an integral part of the team.  We are completely paperless, employing an innovative PIMS and online pet portal for our clients.  We value teamwork, personal growth, and the wellbeing of our veterinary team. Join us in creating a positive change in veterinary medicine and making a difference in the lives of our patients and their devoted pet parents. 

 

If you are a passionate Veterinary Technician seeking a fulfilling career in a supportive and progressive environment, Colchester Veterinary Hospital is the place for you. We value teamwork, personal growth, and the wellbeing of our veterinary team. Join us in creating a positive change in veterinary medicine and making a difference in the lives of our patients and their devoted pet parents. 

 

Qualifications:

  • Degree or diploma in Veterinary Technology and registered with NSVMA and EVTA

  • Prior experience is required 

  • Ability to work independently

  • Surgical and anesthetic experience is required

  • Ability to restrain animals safely

  • Ability to lift 50lbs

  • Strong knowledge of veterinary medical terminology, procedures, and protocols

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

  • The ability to empathize and interact effectively with clients and their pets 

  • Detail-oriented and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment 

  • Strong organizational and time management skills 

  • Technically proficient (we are paperless, so using computers and tablets is a necessity) and able to set-up notifications and communications with clients via the PIMS  

  • Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on advancements in veterinary medicine 

 

Responsibilities and Technical Applications:

  • Directly assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and other procedures

  • Assist in handling animals safely and compassionately 

  • Initiate appointments for doctor on duty by taking relevant and thorough patient history

  • Administer medications, and treatments as directed by veterinarians 

  • Perform laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures including blood work, urinalysis, and radiographs

  • Comfortable performing in-hospital lab work: cytology examination (ear and skin swabs, blood smears, etc.), running bloodwork and urinalysis (IDEXX Pro Cyte, Catalyst One, and Sedi Vue)

  • Monitor and record vital signs of hospitalized animals, ensuring their comfort and well-being 

  • Maintain accurate and organized medical records in our cloud-based practice management system

  • Comfortable with doing intakes and discharges of surgical patients

  • Perform dental prophylactic cleanings and obtain dental radiographs

  • Prepare and sterilize surgical equipment and maintain cleanliness in the veterinary clinic 

  • Monitoring patients under sedation and anesthetic, providing post-operative care, and monitoring recovery of surgical patients

 

Compensation and Benefits: 

  • Competitive compensation 

  • No on-call - emergencies are referred to Coastal Care Veterinary

  • Monday to Friday work week: no evenings, weekends, or holidays 

  • Medical and Dental benefits 

  • Annual dues coverage, generous CE compensation and opportunities for professional development 

  • Annual scrub allowance

  • Employee discounts on services, veterinary products and food 

  • Paid vacation, and paid sick/personal days/CE days

  • Opportunity to work in a supportive, encouraging work environment 

  • State-of-the-art equipment and a commitment to the highest standards of care 

 

To Apply 

If you are excited about the prospect of working with us, please reach out to us with your resume and a cover letter at kmjohnson21@gmail.com.  All applications will be considered confidential. We look forward to hearing from you!

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