Job Description
Company Description
***$2,500 Sign-On Bonus Available***
Companion Pet Hospital is proud to provide exceptional care for companion animals, with a team focus on continuous learning and improvement. Our hospital has been AAHA-accredited for twenty-five years, and we are proud to be certified as a Fear-Free and Cat-Friendly Practice! Our experienced medical team offers personalized services with an emphasis on pet parent education and community involvement. We currently partner with several rescue groups to provide physical exams for homeless animals.
Companion Pet Hospital offers in-house diagnostics, digital radiography, and advanced surgical capabilities- including spays, neuters, soft-tissue, and orthopedic surgeries. Additionally, the hospital specializes in integrative treatments such as laser therapy and acupuncture to enhance wellness when pets may not be responding to conventional medicine. We offer personalized health care packages for puppies and kittens, mature adults, and animals in their senior years.
Our hours of operation are:
Mon, Tues, Wed: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thurs & Fri: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
We are closed on Sundays
To learn more about us, click here!
Job Description
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.
Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.
Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.
Qualifications
We’re looking for:
A Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred
Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
Availability to work Saturdays
Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus
Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards
The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.
Additional Information
***$2,500 Sign-On Bonus Available***
Pay Range: Begins at $24 / hr, is dependent on experience
We offer our staff:
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)
Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit:
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Remote job, Relocation bonus, Shift work, Sunday, Saturday,