Veterinary Technician
Full Time
Southpaw Veterinary Clinic
Jennie Blodgett
19102 Q St Suite 115 Omaha, NE 68135
(402) 830-3700
Hiring Stipend $1,500: will be paid out over 6 months!
About This Role:
Southpaw Veterinary Clinic is seeking applicants for a Veterinary Nurse/Technician. This position exists to assist with providing excellent veterinary care for client animals and the Omaha community. This position is also responsible for coordination of animal treatments, instructing new assistants, and guiding other staff in client communication and animal handling. This position is designated as essential.
Why Join Us:
We offer a steady paced environment but emphasize time for family, time for self, and variety in your workday. We see a vast array of animals, from cats and dogs to birds, reptiles, small mammals, amphibians, and fish (including unique species like zebra, sloths, wallabies, skunks, opossum, etc). A willingness to work with exotics is preferred.
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
Southpaw Veterinary Clinic embraces diversity and inclusion. We are seeking individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, clients, students, and others.
Background Screening Statement:
In connection with your application for employment, Southpaw Veterinary Clinic will procure a limited Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications: Completion of a two year college program in veterinary and animal technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Two years of relevant experience preferred but not required (currently hiring for multiple positions).
Preferred Qualifications:
VTS (Exotics) certification or interested in becoming certified.
Experience in administering and monitoring anesthesia, performing radiographs, dental prophylaxis, and client education
Post graduate experience in a veterinary hospital setting.
Have excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain and use ordinary and exotic specialty medical equipment.
Be physically able to handle, restrain and provide medical services to domestic animals.
A working knowledge of operating room sterile technique procedures is preferred.
Knowledge of standard emergency veterinary medical procedures is preferred.
Ability to perform word processing and data entry procedures.
Be willing to master new techniques.
Other Requirements:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Must be registered with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services within one year of appointment.
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:
$22.00-$27.00 hourly
Southpaw Veterinary Clinic offers a competitive benefits package that includes access to health insurance with a monthly employer stipend, life insurance, and paid time off.
How to Apply: Please submit the following documents: Letter of Interest Resume Contact information for two references; Send to HR@southpawomaha.com