Veterinary Technician (PT)
Company: Southern Veterinary Partners
Location: Bowie
Posted on: May 9, 2022
Job Description:
Highway Veterinary Hospital has been serving the community of
Bowie, Maryland since 1981. Our full-service animal hospital is
outfitted with the most advanced veterinary equipment and a
passionate health care team that loves every individual animal
entrusted in our care. We welcome both emergency treatment cases as
well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and
dental care. Beyond a commitment to surpassing customer
expectations, our most defining trait is the connection we make
with every pet and their owner. All who arrive at our doors may
enter as clients but walk out as family. If you are a passionate
and caring team player please apply today! - Southern Veterinary
Partners is a veterinarian owned and managed network of 300+ animal
hospitals with the common goal of providing the highest quality
veterinary care to companion animals with exceptional client
experiences. We are seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to
join our growing team and help ensure we are providing those great
experiences. When you join our organization as a Veterinary
Technician, you gain access to a peer network of over 5000
individuals, CE allowance, and Learning & Development programs to
help you meet your career goals. Whether you are just now starting
your journey as a Veterinary Technician or are looking to make a
change, SVP provides you with the resources you need to have a
rewarding, enjoyable, and balanced career. Position Skills: -
- Patient examinations, auscultation of heart and lung sounds,
determine normal/abnormal TPRs and QATS
- Professional client communication and education obtaining
medical histories and symptoms
- Laboratory procedures including but not limited to: hematology,
cytology, urinalysis, microbiology, blood chemistry, and
fecals
- Diagnostic imaging and implementing safety protocols of fellow
staff members
- Surgical assisting; preparing and maintaining the surgical
environment in order to ensure an asepsis environment for both
patient and personal safety.
- Anesthesia monitoring and endotracheal intubation
- Nursing skills including: restraining patients, administering
medications PO/IV/SUBQ/IM, applying and maintaining bandages,
providing high quality physical and psychological needs of the
patient during any hospitalization stay or visit
- Proficient in dental prophylaxis
- Pharmacy and pharmacology knowledge including: preparing and
dispensing medications, calculating dosages, recognizing adverse
reactions, knowledge of regulations regarding the safe handling of
biohazardous materials
- Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT,
LVT, or LVMT).
- Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday
shifts.
- Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be
able to manage stressful situations. Benefits Our team members
enjoy an extensive, comprehensive benefits package. When you're on
our team, we've got you covered.YOUR HEALTH - COVERED.
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Mental Health Counseling
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Long & Short-term Disability Insurance
- Teledoc- FREE doctor access 24/7YOUR FAMILY - COVERED.
- Caring for Elderly Family
- Returning to Work After a Baby
- Divorce
- Moving to a New Community
- Grieving for a Lost Loved One
- Military Family Matters
- Job Relocation -
- Buying or Selling a HomeYOUR FINANCES - COVERED.
- Sign-on Bonuses
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Budgeting and Financial Guidance
- Teammate Referral Program
- Discounted Veterinary Care
- Retirement Planning
- Will and Testament Planning
- Tax Issues
- Identify Theft Recovery
- Legal Counseling
- Teammate Assistance ProgramAbout Southern Veterinary
PartnersSVP pursues partnerships with like-minded veterinarians to
build this growing network of compassionate, service-oriented
animal hospitals. We're based in Birmingham, AL, but the heartbeat
of our organization is in our 300+ local animal hospitals across
the country.Our team's continuous dedication has rewarded us with
remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs
more than 5,000 employees nationwide. The organization's success
has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition among Inc. 5000's
List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020,
and 2021), Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the
Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020,
and 2021), and Birmingham Business Journal's "Best Places to Work"
(2021). You + SVP - Amazing TogetherLet's talk about your amazing
future. Start the conversation with our teams today.
Keywords: Southern Veterinary Partners, Bowie , Veterinary Technician (PT), Professions , Bowie, Maryland
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