VCA Animal Hospitals: Overnight Swing Shift Veterinary Technician

Company: VCA Animal Hospitals
Location: Myrtle Beach
Posted on: November 18, 2021

Job Description:

VCA Palmetto Animal Hospital in Myrtle Beach, SC is looking for a qualified, experienced veterinary technician/assistant to share in an exciting, fast paced environment with a focus on critical care and emergency medicine. We have a great team of doctors and staff, offering 24/7 emergency service as well as general practice, surgery and boarding. Candidates MUST be able to work overnight and weekends. Swing shift work four 10-hour shifts from 6P-4A. Previous emergency experience strongly preferred. Previous veterinary technician/assistant experience a must. Candidate must be client oriented and have excellent customer service skills.We are looking for veterinary technicians/assistants with positive personalities, whose attributes reflect attention to detail, self-motivation, compassion, and reliability.At VCA Animal Hospitals, we take our mission statement - your pet's health is our top priority and excellent service is our goal - very seriously. With every opportunity, we aim to exceed each pet owner's expectations.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:VenipunctureCatheter placementDigital radiographyAnesthesia monitoringPhysical examinations and patient assessmentSurgical preparation and assistingLaboratory workFilling prescriptions and administering medicationsPatient recoveryCompassionate care for hospitalized patientsClient education, reviewing estimates, collecting paymentQUALIFICATIONS:Must have previous experience in veterinary medicineFlexibility in hours including but not limited to evenings, weekends and holidaysCustomer service skillsWorking knowledge of computersExcellent communications skillsCapable of being cross-trained as receptionistTeam player willing to learn new techniques and treatmentsWhy You Should Consider A Career with VCA:As a member of the VCA family, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth. You will sharpen your skills-and even learn some new techniques-and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.If you are interested in applying and joining our team, please provide a resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!

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