Animal Technician provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. Follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Additionally, Animal Technician may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Animal Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Are you looking for a fast paced, client and patient committed hospital that practices kind, compassionate, and top-quality medicine? If yes, then Crossroads Animal Hospital is for you! We are looking for veterinary technicians who are motivated, outgoing, and have excellent communication skills to join our team.
Crossroads Animal Hospital is an active 5-doctor general practice that provides high-quality care and medicine for our canine and feline patients. We have top of the line equipment to provide excellent outpatient, inpatient, surgical, and dental care through in-house laboratory, digital x-ray (including dental x-ray), laser therapy, acupuncture, cryosurgery, and much more.
Do you want Monday through Friday, NO WEEKENDS? We offer the option of a 4- or 5-day workweek for a full time schedule. Full time benefits include:
· value based pay for experience
· Medical, vision, and dental insurance
· 401(k) with match
· Sponsored team building activities
· Continuing education and opportunity for licensure if not currently licensed in NH
· Employee Assistance Program
· Holidays and earned paid time off
· And much more!
Requirements, Roles, and Responsibilities include:
- Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow
- Prepares estimates for procedures and discusses financial commitments with clients
- Prepares and maintains the treatment area, surgical suite, and exams rooms
- Proficient ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner
- Accurately interpret, document, and keep medical records in accordance with hospital policy
- Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin
- Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests
- Competent venipuncture / IVC placement skills
- Skilled in anesthesia and surgical preparation, monitoring, and recovery
- Skilled in dental prophylaxis
- Working independently and collaboratively with team members of all hospital disciplines
- Maintain a professional, friendly, and helpful attitude
- Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs
- Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person