Ethos Veterinary Health
Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician
Internal Medicine - Byron Center, MI - Full Time
Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Byron Center, MI is a growing 24-hour Emergency & Specialty hospital offering a fast-paced work and rewarding environment.
Our new, state of the art, Emergency & Specialty hospital provides 10,000 square feet to allow for 24-hour Emergency & Critical Care to our community. Our hospital is located close to Tanger Outlet Mall. Byron Center is also home to unique independent stores, many comfort-food restaurants and abundant recreation opportunities. Byron Center is easily accessible from two major expressways and is just 15 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids.
The Internal Medicine Licensed Veterinary Technician provides patient care for a wide variety of illnesses and diseases under the direction of the Internist. This is a dynamic role that consists of Technician appointments, assisting the DVM with their appointments, assisting with procedures, running anesthesia and a high volume of client communications. This is an exciting opportunity for you to help start a new department in our established facility.
We are looking for candidates available to work (4) 10 hours shifts per week from 7:30AM- 5:30PM, Monday through Thursday with flexibility to work Fridays as needed.
Pay starts at $18.hr and may be higher depending on experience.
Benefits of Working at Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital – Byron Center:
·We work hard to support a learning environment where everyone is encouraged to ask questions and learn from co-workers and doctors
·Variety of cases – ensuring no two days are the same
·We utilize state-of-the-art technological equipment and provide the latest and most optimal animal healthcare treatment services
·We foster an environment where our technicians are utilized to their fullest ability and encouraged to continue their professional development
·We provide mentorship & career growth opportunities
The Ideal Candidate:
- Previous Veterinary experience required
- Licensed Veterinary Technician is required
- Ability to Triage and Assess patients, and respond accordingly
- Ability to critically think and maintain a calm demeanor in stressful situations
- Passion for providing exceptional patient care and being a patient advocate
- Excellent communication skills
- Dependable, Knowledgeable, Experienced, Detail Oriented
- Kind, hardworking, humble TEAM player
- Flexibility to work the posted schedule, including weekends and holidays
- Facilities the department schedule: consults, rechecks, Technician appointments and procedures.
- Documents medical information in the hospital’s HMS
- Prepares exam and procedure rooms for each visit, anticipating needs of the DVM.
- Obtain patients current body weight, reason for visit and brief history. Obtain other vitals and lab work as needed.
- Perform and assist with all aspects of animal restraint for exams and procedures.
- Collects and processes all bloodwork, administers medications, and assists with procedures and endoscopy per the doctor’s orders.
- Under the direction of the Internist and/or Anesthesiologist, runs anesthesia during procedures as needed.
- Prepare estimates and collect payment as needed.
- Answers a high volume of client phone calls and emails in real time. Before the end of each day, process all communications that are pending.
- Other duties as needed.
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Short Term/Long Term disability
- CE Allowance (For Credentialed Technicians $500/year)
- Uniform Allowance
- Life Insurance
- Shift Differential for overnight hours
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
