Wheaton Animal Hospital - Veterinary Assistant

Wheaton Animal Hospital

Kensington, Maryland, United States
On-site
Nursing care for hospitalized patients
Surgical procedure preparation and recovery
Laboratory diagnostics and interpretation
The Veterinary Technician plays a vital role in assisting veterinarians and the medical support team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families

Job Summary

  • The Veterinary Technician plays a vital role in assisting veterinarians and the medical support team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families.
  • Provide high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, including IV catheter placement, CRI management, medication administration, feeding tube placement, and ongoing monitoring.
  • We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Matching Summary

The Veterinary Technician plays a vital role in assisting veterinarians and the medical support team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • nursing care for hospitalized patients
  • surgical procedure preparation and recovery
  • laboratory diagnostics and interpretation
  • diagnostic equipment operation
  • medication and vaccine administration
  • controlled drug log maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • compassionate client education
  • positive and professional workplace culture
  • teamwork and collaboration
  • professional and neat appearance

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of two years of experience
  • Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring
  • Proficiency in venipuncture
  • Proficiency in laboratory procedures
  • Proficiency in radiology
  • Proficiency in dentistry
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to handle animals up to 130 pounds

Work Rights

Not specified

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