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VETERINARY TECHNICIAN – Reading, PA
THE ROLE
Would you like a job where you can do the things that probably made you become a veterinary technician in the first place? Look no further! We are looking for a Veterinary Technician for Humane Pennsylvania’s Humane Veterinary Hospitals (HVH), as well as for the programs, services, and clinics under HVH direction. As we continue expanding our services for pets and the people who love them, we want to hear from you – as long as you are either a Certified Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Technician with at least two years of Veterinary Hospital, Shelter Medicine, or High Volume Spay/ Neuter experience. The key responsibilities of a Veterinary Technician include, but are not limited to:
- Ensure a high level of animal welfare and work to improve their quality of life.
- Administering medicines and monitoring animals under anesthesia and recovering from surgery.
- Caring for pets while educating pet owners.
THE COMPANY
Humane Pennsylvania’s mission is to building the best communities anywhere to be an animal or animal caretaker. Humane Veterinary Hospitals is how that mission is becoming a reality. Humane Veterinary Hospitals is an AAHA accredited, multi-doctor, multi-location practice. Multiple brand new or newly renovated, state-of-the-art facilities include full service practices, walk-in clinics, mobile community services, and shelter medicine programs. HVH and Humane PA offer care to the community for sick and well visits, general surgery including dentistry, with full dental radiology. Pet owners receive top-notch client amenities and the highest quality care from a well-trained, professional veterinary team. HVH and HPA put pets and people before profit. That means our staff get to practice medicine that is not cookie cutter check list driven, and is supported by innovative client supports and financial assistance.
HVH offers diverse and varied career opportunities or for a focus on particular areas of interest (general practice, surgery, community services, etc.) for all our veterinary staff. If you want to be a part of the future of both veterinary medicine and animal welfare, then we want to be your partner in success!
BENEFITS
- Excellent pay based on skills and experience
- Generous signing bonus
- Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
- Benefits include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, continuing education, uniform allowance, and a generous signing bonus.
- 40-hour working week, 4-5 day weekly schedule, no after-hours or on-call work.
THE PERSON
The key skills and qualities of a Veterinary Technician:
- A desire to make a fundamental positive difference in the lives of animals and people through veterinary medical practice
- Experience with animal restraint, venipuncture, and medication administration is required
- Applicants must be able to work independently and as a team, have a friendly personality, and superior animal care skills
- Empathetic communication skills and a love of animals and the human animal bond
- CVT license in Pennsylvania, or at least two years of Veterinary Hospital, Shelter Medicine, or High Volume Spay/ Neuter experience is preferred.
- Additional skills such as surgical prep, anesthesia induction, recovering and monitoring, dental prophy and dental radiography skills are preferred
- Spanish-speaking is a highly desirable.
If you want to learn more about this exciting, forward-thinking organization and taking the next step in your career, please forward your resume, cover letter and completed HPA employment application to:
Jennifer Henne, Veterinary Team Director
Humane Pennsylvania
1729 N. 11th Street, Reading, PA 19604
Email: jhenne@hvhospitals.org
VETERINARY ASSISTANT – Reading, PA
THE ROLE
As a Veterinary Assistant, your role encompasses several key aspects of our hospital, including animal care and treatment, customer service, and maintaining hospital cleanliness. By assisting the technicians and doctors, we can maintain the high standard of care for our patients and clients.
The duties and responsibilities of a Veterinary Assistant include, but are not limited to the following:
- Animal Care and Treatment Responsibilities
- Animal restraint; assisting in x-ray, maintaining safety protocols when handling animals; always maintaining a high standard of patient care; and assisting the technicians and doctors in any way asked to do so.
- Hospital Cleanliness Responsibilities
- vacuuming; mopping; changing garbage; dusting; cleaning and stocking exam rooms after appointments; following daily, weekly and monthly task lists; cleaning and sterilization of surgical equipment; wrapping surgical packs and running autoclave, cleaning surgery table and trays; cleaning and maintaining all sinks and bathrooms; laundry; kennel/ cage cleaning; maintaining proper dilutions for cleaning solutions; maintaining stock of cleaning supplies; cleaning windows and doors; replenishing supplies (including paper towels, garbage bags,); cleaning kitchen/break area; knowledge of patient isolation protocols; and overall simple maintenance of the sights, smells and sounds of the hospital.
- Emergency Situations
- During an emergency situation, the veterinary assistant’s job may be the “Fetch” person (including grabbing needed supplies as directed, as quickly as possible). This requires a strong knowledge of where important supplies are located throughout the hospital, as well as the ability to respond calmly and quickly, especially with clients.
**This is by no means a complete list. Some tasks may be assigned to a specific staff member to complete. Some tasks may be added or removed from this list as deemed necessary for the safety and well-being of our patients.
Physical Requirements: The ability to lift objects or pets of at least 30lbs; the ability to control large, anxious, or angry pets; the ability to stand/ walk, bend, and stoop for up to 10 hours per day with adequate breaks.
Working Conditions: Prolonged exposure to various aqueous solutions, including but not limited to dish soap, chlorhexidine, and other cleaning agents. Prolonged exposure to isopropanol, hydrogen peroxide. Potential exposure to formalin solution. Potential/prolonged exposure to isoflurane gas. Prolonged exposure to quaternary ammonium cleaners and bleach. Prolonged exposure to pressurized steam. Potential exposure to sharps, including needles and surgical blades. Potential exposure to radiation-producing machines. Prolonged exposure to animal hair and dander. Potential exposure to aggressive or unvaccinated animals.
THE COMPANY
Humane Pennsylvania’s mission is to build the best communities anywhere to be an animal or animal caretaker. Humane Veterinary Hospitals is how that mission is becoming a reality. Humane Veterinary Hospitals is an AAHA-accredited, multi-doctor practice. Multiple brand new or newly renovated, state-of-the-art facilities include full-service practices, walk-in clinics, mobile community services, and shelter medicine programs. HVH and Humane PA offer care to the community for sick and well visits, general surgery, including dentistry, with full dental radiology. Pet owners receive top-notch client amenities and the highest quality care from a well-trained, professional veterinary team. HVH and HPA put pets and people before profit. That means our staff get to practice medicine that is not cookie-cutter checklist-driven, and is supported by innovative client supports and financial assistance.
HVH offers diverse and varied career opportunities with a focus on particular areas of interest (general practice, surgery, community services, etc.) for all our veterinary staff. If you want to be a part of the future of both veterinary medicine and animal welfare, then we want to be your partner in success!
BENEFITS
- Excellent pay based on skills and experience
- Generous signing bonus
- Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
- Benefits include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, continuing education, uniform allowance, and a generous signing bonus.
- 40-hour working week, 4-5 day weekly schedule, no after-hours or on-call work.
THE PERSON
The ideal Veterinary Assistant should be able to:
- Follow directions with and without supervision
- Recognize certain behaviors in animals
- Learn and understand medical terminology and procedures
- Admit or ask questions when a task is unclear
- Show leadership towards other assistants
- Adapt to the different needs and styles of technicians and doctors
- Work with computers and other office equipment
- Provide exceptional customer service
If you want to learn more about this exciting, forward-thinking organization and take the next step in your career, please forward your resume and cover letter to:
Jennifer Henne, Veterinary Team Director
Humane Pennsylvania
1729 N. 11th Street, Reading, PA 19604
Email: jhenne@hvhospitals.org