Veterinary Technician - Cat Clinic of Iowa City
Company: Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC
Location: Iowa City
Posted on: September 5, 2024
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Job Description:
The Cat Clinic of Iowa City is a feline-only veterinary clinic.
Inspired by his affinity for and understanding of cats, the clinic
was founded by -Dr. Brian Hayes -in 2002 as a means to take the
stress out of visiting a veterinarian. This modern facility with a
staff of experienced -feline health professionals -provides a
veterinary haven to all cats, both the healthy and the healing and
clients appreciate the positive difference in behavior that our
warm and quiet atmosphere inspires in their cats. We are proud to
be a compact, -full-service -veterinary clinic committed to serving
these charismatic aristocrats of the pet world. Our mission is to
---------have a friendly and caring environment in which we can
create an atmosphere of trust between our staff and clients. -
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday 730am- 530pm
---------------Pay Range
$15 - $23 DOE
Position Purpose
The Veterinary Technician assists the veterinarians and lead
technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized
pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine
in-house laboratory work, educates clients regarding veterinary
care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures.
Veterinary Technician Competencies
Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making
teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible
regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding
quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of
patient care.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with
veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback
appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating
feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open
to other's ideas.
Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to
ensure successful patient care.
Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and
sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and
teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications,
patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while
managing multiple patients and clients.
Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions
result in the highest level of client satisfaction.
Essential Responsibilities
Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and
surgery and other tasks as needed.
Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital
signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient
during surgery.
Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital
laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside
laboratories.
Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety
procedures.
Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during
exams.
Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and
treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock
exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the
public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical
equipment.
Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all
interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all
interactions with patients.
Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including
client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
Any other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
Benefits Offered
Paid time off
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k and matching)
Bonus incentive
Career and professional development opportunities
State licensing fee reimbursement for credentialed technicians
VTNE support
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Keywords: Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC, Iowa City , Veterinary Technician - Cat Clinic of Iowa City, Professions , Iowa City, Iowa
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