Job Description

Here at Meridian Veterinary Clinic & Hospital we're currently recruiting another member for our rock-star team and looking for that one player with the ultimate goal: to deliver pet care and customer service that keeps furry family members happy, healthy and most of all, keeps those bottoms nice and wiggly!

We are currently seeking a Veterinary Technician OR Registered Veterinary Technician to care for animals and to support our Veterinarians. You will play an important role in bringing comfort to our furry patients and ensuring the smooth running of our facility. One of the most important Registered Veterinary Technician responsibilities is to ensure all areas are clean, for animals and humans alike. We'll rely on you to assist the Veterinarian in examinations and operations.

Do you love animals? Then you're halfway there - as you'll need the ability to care for them properly - shoot, that's one of the most important Registered Veterinary Technician job requirements, after all.

This includes knowledge of routine tasks such as readiness to care for injured and scared animals that may occasionally lash out. If you're organized, quick on your feet and have the stomach to help with medical operations and euthanasia, we would love to meet with you.

Another bonus? Meridian Veterinary Clinic & Hospital is a non-corporate, privately owned entity and functions as such, with client and patient care being our number one priority all while ensuring that our staff can have a good time, too!

Responsibilities:

Feed and weigh animals

Clean cages and bathe animals

Sterilize equipment and lean examination tables and rooms

Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations

Soothe upset or frightened animals

Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (e.g., mixing it with food)

Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Veterinarian

Be ready to jump in during an emergency

Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority

Keep accurate records and logs

Be confident with taking a detailed patient history

Reassure clients that their pates are being cared for and explain issues (e.g., lack of appointments, insurance matters)

Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare

Skills:

Proven experience as a Veterinary Technician or similar position working with animals

Experience in an administrative role is a plus

Current or former pet ownership is an advantage

Excellent communication skills

Patient and caring personality

Ability to follow instructions properly

Comfortable being around animals (cats, dogs, etc.)

Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g., lift up to 40 lbs.)

Availability to occasionally work in emergencies

High school diploma; a certificate from a RVT program is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:

Greenwood, IN 46142 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:

Greenwood, IN 46142: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person