Técnico Veterinario

description do you want to work in a challenging, cooperative, friendly work environment with a team of employees dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of veterinary medicine? coronado pet hospital is an aaha accredited clinic that rio rancho pet owners have trusted since 2007. our mission is to provide quality veterinary medicine and surgery to all clients and their pets in a timely, friendly and professional manner. our core culture is one of respect and of treating all animals as valued members of our families and of our community. we are committed to providing the best patient care with a focus on personalized treatments, including core vaccines, preventive and lifetime medications, and nutrition tailored to each pet. our goal is to ensure a positive client experience by building strong relationships and delivering compassionate, individualized care. as an advocate for pets, you'll play a vital role in supporting their continued health. we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to foster both personal and professional growth. with fully-paid health, dental, and vision insurance, along with career advancement opportunities through regular assessments and mentorship, you'll be supported in every aspect—from your career progression to your mental health and well-being. responsibilities : out-patient duties including: taking accurate history and patient vitals; facilitating visits by reviewing the medical record and anticipating equipment and supplies needed for treatments; compassionate restraint of dogs and cats; administering vaccinations; venipuncture; filling initial and prescriptions; discussing medications and treatment plans with pet families, triaging emergencies diagnostics: preparing samples for in-house bloodwork, urine, and fecal analysis; preparing samples for reference lab analysis; taking radiographs safely using proper technique; assisting with ultrasounds cleaning: helping maintain general cleanliness of the hospital, using proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization protocols documentation: keeping accurate and detailed records about patients and client interaction in practice management system (avimark) communication: maintaining excellent lines of communication with clients, csrs, other technicians, management, and doctors other: assisting in all other areas of the hospital as needed benefits : competitive wages paid time off and paid sick time holiday pay fully-paid health, dental, and vision insurance employee assistance plan for all employees and their families 401(k) with matching contribution flexible spending account with yearly $500 company contribution excellent employee discounts fully-paid gym membership with health insurance enrollment scrubs & zippered fleece yearly ce allowance tuition reimbursement for accredited vet tech programs subscriptions available to atdove.org and fear free annual license fee for licensed veterinary technicians clear path for career advancement including quarterly performance plans, and regular skills and knowledge assessments bonus opportunities mentors to help you achieve your goals requirements skills required: excellent communication skills basic computer knowledge ability to work as a team education and/or experience requirements: veterinary technician experience is preferred experience working with animals is preferred physical requirements: standing for extended periods of time lifting patients up and down from exam tables lifting up to 40 or 50 lbs unassisted sitting or kneeling on the ground while restraining, administering medications, and cleaning exposure to anesthetic gases and x-rays. (proper protective equipment is provided, and its use is mandatory)