Job Description

Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant WANTED – NO FLUFF, JUST FURIOUS PASSION!

Organization: Watford City Veterinary Clinic

Compensation: $16 to $27 DOE

Position Summary:

Are you a vet tech who can juggle chaos, calm anxious pets, and still smile through a 10hour shift? Do you show up every day with an insatiable desire to learn? Do you want to play a critical role in a different kind of veterinary medicine? GOOD. We're hiring.

At Watford City Veterinary Center, this job is intense. We save lives, we comfort the brokenhearted, and we get elbow-deep in situations most people can't handle. We pour our hearts and souls into giving an amazing experience to our clients and patients, while thriving on coffee and adrenaline. We shine in compassion and controlled madness. Our enthusiasm and empathy shows in every interaction. We are fiercely dedicated to continuous growth and learning for our team. Watford City Veterinary Center is truly the new institution = the premier teaching hospital of the west = the ultimate place to learn and grow!

Primary Responsibilities (What You Really Bring To This Role)

• Provide an incredible veterinary experience to every client and patient who walks through our doors. We mean it.
• A fearless attitude, and a commitment learning more and growing your skills and abilities. DAILY.
• Perform (or learn) venipuncture, diagnostics, anesthesia, dentals, ultrasounds, radiography, administration of vaccines, medications, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian, large animal assistance.... you know.... the "real tech stuff".
• Ensure high quality animal care, coordinating intake, appointments, medical care, and efficient daily work flow.
• Coordinate the scheduling of appointments for exams, spays/neuters, medical visits, and emergency care.
• Create an environment and experiences for staff and clients that fosters engagement and commitment to the organization.
• Participate in client education and discussion about dentals, diagnostics and euthanasia, providing an informative and compassion-filled experience
• Ensure all areas within the hospital are clean, organized, free of clutter, and always present a professional appearance to clients and visitors.
• Partner with other staff members to share accurate information in a cohesive, engaged work space. We're talking communication skills sharper than a scalpel blade.
• Assist with content for website, social media and other marketing outlets. Let your creative juices flow.
• Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with the public, clients, staff, vendors, veterinarians, donors, local businesses, volunteers, interns, animal control, state and federal authorities, and other enabling partners.
• Attend continuing education programs to advance veterinary and animal welfare knowledge
• Keep a calm hand and a huge heart (bonus if you can wrangle a fractious cat or a bucking bull and still keep your cool)

Physical and Other Work Demands

• May be required to work additional hours outside of standard schedule, non-standard hours, including varying work shifts, nights, weekends and holidays, based on workload and as the operation dictates.
• Physical demands including lifting and moving animals, cages, food, etc up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to dangerous, diseased, frightened, and injured animals, as well as exposure to potentially harmful chemicals and drugs
• Indoor and outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Emotional demands including dealing with issues like euthanasia and animal abuse/neglect
• Zero tolerance for drama (yes, we really mean ZERO)

Qualifications

• Positive energy and an insatiable desire to learn are paramount
• Animal care or technician experience preferred but not required. We can teach you everything you need to know!
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to receive and apply constructive feedback

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: $16 to $27 per hour DOE

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Simple IRA
• Flexible schedule
• Uniforms
• Mentor/apprentice program
• Maternity leave
• High staff ratio
• Company parties
• Opportunity for professional development and training
• Dogs in the breakroom, real talk at lunch, and a job that actually matters

This isn't just a job -- it's a calling. If you're ready to work with people who take the mission seriously -- apply now.

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