WAVE VETERINARY MEDICAL CENTER
Veterinary Technician
Full Time • Castroville
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
Veterinary Technician
Wave Veterinary Medical Center
Wave Veterinary Medical Center is seeking an experienced, dependable, and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
Minimum Qualifications
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Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician (required).
- Proficient in placing IV catheters.
- Skilled in blood collection, including jugular, cephalic, and saphenous venipuncture.
- Experienced in safe and effective animal restraint and handling.
- Able to administer subcutaneous (SQ), intramuscular (IM), and intravenous (IV) injections.
- Comfortable working with both canine and feline patients.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced veterinary environment.
- Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
- Safely restrain and handle patients for examinations and medical procedures.
- Place IV catheters and collect blood samples.
- Prepare and administer medications, injections, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
- Collect and process laboratory samples, including blood, urine, and fecal samples.
- Assist with surgical preparation, anesthesia, and patient monitoring.
- Perform nursing care and monitor hospitalized patients.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient medical records.
- Communicate effectively with veterinarians, team members, and clients.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of treatment areas and medical equipment.
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is confident in their technical abilities, works well with others, takes initiative, and genuinely cares about patient well-being. Candidates should be comfortable performing essential veterinary technician duties independently when appropriate and supporting the veterinary team as needed.
Experience Requirement: At least 2 years of hands-on veterinary technician experience.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and relevant work experience to Wave Veterinary Medical Center.
Compensation: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
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