Practice
At Belle Plaine Animal Hospital, we provide superior lifelong care to our patients in a fun and rewarding environment. We proudly serve the pets of Belle Plaine, Bloomington, Carver, Chanhassen, Chaska, Cologne, Eden Prairie, Edina, Excelsior, Gaylord, Henderson, Hopkins, Jordan, LeCenter, LeSueur, and surrounding communities.
We provide superior lifelong care to our patients in a fun and rewarding hospital because we abide by the following principles:
- We believe there is a divine spark in every living thing.
- We welcome and respect all those we serve.
- We believe the best care is given in partnership with our patients and their people.
- We are careful stewards of all resources; our own and our partners
More about the Role
The Credentialed Veterinary Technician performs a critical role in providing high quality care for patients. Credentialed Technicians are key partners to the veterinarians, providing the appropriate support to ensure each client interaction and procedure is seamless and successful. Credentialed Technicians apply their professional skills in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, laboratory testing, patient nursing, and client education.
Hours of operation Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00pm
Full time 32-40 hours at 4-5 shifts a week
Part Time is also available
Pay Range: $20-$22 depending on experience
Competencies
- Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
- Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
- Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up on the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
- Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
- Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.
Essential Responsibilities
Requirements/Qualifications
- State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician in state of desired employment
- Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
- Basic computer skills
- Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages
- Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety
Benefits Offered
- Paid time off
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k and matching)
- Bonus incentive
- Career and professional development
- State licensing fee reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.
Pay Range
USD $20.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.