Veterinary Technician (No Weekends!)

Rural King

📍 Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States

Regular Full-Time Health Technologists and Technicians

Job Description

Overview

The veterinary technician is the veterinarian’s primary medical support. They begin the examination procedure and continue to assist the doctor throughout the examination, diagnostic, and treatment phases. They aid the veterinarians in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work and administrative detail. They have a very significant role in educating and communicating with clients about their pet’s health.

Responsibilities

JOB DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Animal Care

  • Restrain animals during examinations or procedures
  • Observe the behavior and condition of animals and monitor their clinical symptoms
  • Assist with physical examination by obtaining temperature, pulse, and respiration data
  • Clip nails and flush ears
  • Prepare feed for animals according to specific instructions
  • Prepare and administer vaccinations, medications, and treatments as presc...
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