August, 2024

Pontiac, MI

Oakland County Animal Shelter & Pet Adoption Center is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician!

Job Duties:

Performs professional veterinary work under the supervision of a Veterinarian to maintain the health and safety of animals.

• Examines all animals and their specimens for disease/illness and assesses treatment thereof.
• Assists the Veterinarian in spaying and neutering of animals.
• Performs laboratory tests, including urinalysis, blood and fecal examinations.
• Prepares animal diets and medication as prescribed by the Veterinarian.
• Works closely with the Oakland County Health Department with regulations regarding animal control.
• Advises general public on care for domesticated animals.
• Maintains data and charts for all animals seen at clinic.
• Evaluates all incoming animals for disease and temperament and logs information on chart for review of Veterinarian.
• Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.
• May perform euthanasia on animals under supervision of the Veterinarian.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be a high school graduate or have a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test.
• Must be licensed from the State of Michigan as a Veterinary Technician.
• Have one (1) year experience working as a Veterinarian Technician or in an animal hospital setting.
• Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license. Out of Country driver's license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver's license before the hire date.
• Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical examination established for this classification.
• Successfully complete the six month probation period.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability, retirement package with County match;  paid time off including 11 to 13 paid holidays per year, five personal leave days, one floating holiday, 10 vacation days within the first year (amount of vacation days increase over tenure); and more!

Work History:

You are required to include your work experience in the Work Experience Section of your NEOGOV application. If you have previously included work history on a resume you must transfer your work history into the Work Experience Section prior to applying. Attached resumes will not be reviewed or considered. Please review the job posting, specifically the purpose of the position and the minimum qualifications, prior to answering the work experience question; and note that only related work experience will be considered.

NOTE: Provide full detail in the employment history section noting the skills, experience and hours worked per week pertaining to the minimum qualifications.

Veterinary Technician Applicants for this classification must upload a copy of their License. Your application will not be considered for further review if you have failed to provide this information. Other documents such as references, cover letter, resume, etc are prohibited and will not be reviewed. 

Salary: 

$40,905.02 - $55,608.02 annually

Click HERE to apply or visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oakgov?page=5

August, 2024

Owosso, MI

Pinecrest Animal Hospital is seeking a skilled full time-licensed veterinary technician/experienced veterinary technician to join our growing small animal practice. We are a full-service veterinary hospital with a fast pace providing a variety of services from routine vaccines and health exams to advanced surgical and dental procedures with state of the art digital radiology and full in house laboratory in a modern, clean, and organized facility.

We thrive on providing exceptional patient care and a positive company culture. We offer competitive pay and benefits package!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: 401(k) / 401(k) matching, continuing education credits, discounted pet care, flexible schedule, health insurance, and paid time off.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, weekends as needed (typically one Saturday/month, no Sundays)

Salary range: $18.00 - $22.00 hourly (based on experience)

Responsibilities and Duties (including but not limited to):

• Provide exceptional patient care and communicate effectively and accurately with clients
• Maintain a happy, collaborative, and positive attitude
• Provide treatments to patients as instructed by Veterinarian such as; x-rays, collect samples, administer SQ/IV/IM injections and run in-house laboratory tests
• Perform triage, obtain medical history, and accurately update medical records
• Assist Veterinarians during appointments and surgical procedures
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Maintain a clean hospital environment
• Along with various other tasks as directed
• The technician may occasionally be responsible for receptionist duties when the receptionist is unavailable. These duties include answering phones, scheduling appointments, and collecting payments.

If you feel that Pinecrest Animal Hospital may be a great fit for you, please reach out to Amanda at pinecrestvetom@gmail.com

August, 2024

Harbor Springs, MI

Join Our Growing Team at Bay Pines Veterinary Clinic!

For over forty years, Bay Pines Veterinary Clinic has been a pillar of care and compassion for the beloved pets of Harbor Springs. With the recent addition to our DVM staff, our family is expanding, and we're excited to welcome new members to our supportive team.

We're not just offering a job; we're offering a nurturing environment where your passion for animal care can flourish. At Bay Pines, we prioritize a positive environment where every team member is valued and encouraged to grow both personally and professionally.

Why Join Us:

• Thriving Culture: Experience a workplace where teamwork, respect, and camaraderie are the norm. We foster an environment where your contributions are recognized and celebrated.
• Growth Opportunities: We believe in investing in our team members' development. As a Veterinary Technician at Bay Pines, you'll have access to continuous learning opportunities and mentorship programs to advance your skills and career.
•  Premium Pay and Benefits: We value your expertise, and we're committed to compensating you accordingly. Licensed Veterinary Technicians will receive premium pay, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and more.

About the Role:

As a Veterinary Technician at Bay Pines Veterinary Clinic, you'll play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our animal patients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting the Veterinarian during routine patient appointments and surgical procedures with precision and compassion.
• Collecting and preserving laboratory samples, ensuring accurate documentation, and handling.
• Performing ultrasound examinations under the guidance of the attending Veterinarian, contributing to the diagnosis and treatment of our patients.
• Sharing your knowledge and expertise by mentoring and training junior staff members in basic veterinary functions.
• Ensuring cleanliness, sterilization, and proper storage of surgical equipment to maintain the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
• Collaborating with our Veterinarians to develop engaging training courses and educational materials for our staff members.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: Competitive salary range of $20.00 - $25.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Expected Hours: 35 – 40 per week (Ideally looking to fill four 10-hour shifts and one Saturday shift every 6 weeks)
• Relocation bonus available

If you're passionate about animals and dedicated to providing exceptional care as a Veterinary Technician, we invite you to join our team at Bay Pines Veterinary Clinic. Take the next step in your career journey with us!

Contact Ruth Irish at ruth.irish@nva.com for more information or to apply.

July, 2024

Hancock, MI

Northland Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full-time veterinary technician in the northwestern Upper Peninsula. If you love being outdoors, this is the place to be! We are located in a beautiful area offering 4 seasons of outdoor recreation. Our team specializes in a positive, educational, and productive work environment while providing excellent care for our patients. We’re looking for a Credentialed Veterinary Technician (or a VT currently in the process of completing accreditation) to add their passion, skills, and knowledge to our team. Ideal candidates must have good communication, technical, and interpersonal skills. 

Veterinary Technician duties include but are not limited to:

• General practice patient care.
• Surgical and hospitalization patient care
• Diagnostic skills such as positioning for radiographs, setting up and reading cytology, obtaining lab samples via blood draws, and cystocentesis.
• Treatments such as IV, IM, SQ injections and IV catheter placement.
• Surgical skills such as anesthesia monitoring, dental scaling and polishing.
• Responsible for the maintenance and cleanliness of surgical equipment/supplies
• Above and beyond patient care and client communication.

Veterinary Technicians are expected to work rotating Saturdays with a casual on-call schedule. Salary range $18-$24/hr (depending on experience). Benefits include health insurance, vacation, paid holidays, retirement plan, flexible scheduling, scrub allowance, employee pet discounts, and CE opportunities. Interested candidates can reach out to Megyn at northlandvet@att.net.

July, 2024

Monroe, MI

https://suburbananimalclinicofmonroe.com/

We have an exciting opportunity at Suburban Animal Clinic of Monroe! 

We are looking to add a full-time or part-time Credentialed Veterinary Technician to our talented team!   Why choose Suburban Animal Clinic of Monroe? At Suburban Animal Clinic of Monroe, we recognize the many ways that animal companionships benefit human lives! 

Suburban Animal Clinic of Monroe is a state-of-the-art, full-service veterinary hospital that treats canine and feline patients. Our hospital is equipped with the most cutting-edge diagnostic, medical, and surgical equipment, so we can always provide our patients with the highest level of care. Our veterinary team understands the importance of the special bond each client shares with their pet; that’s why we are dedicated to making sure our patients and clients are as comfortable as possible from the moment they step through our doors.   

Suburban Animal Clinic of Monroe might be the right place for you if: 

· You’re a compassionate Credentialed Veterinary Technician, dedicated to each patient’s health and well-being. 

· You value having close working relationships with your hospital team members, and appreciate creating strong rapports with your clients as well. 

· You enjoy assisting in surgeries and monitoring anesthesia.  

· You want a supportive environment to learn and grow in your profession. 

· You’re looking to be a part of a thriving hospital with a wonderful team culture.  

Not familiar with the area? Don’t worry! · Monroe, Michigan, is a wonderful and small town with a very welcoming community, there are plenty of community events to partake in, restaurants to enjoy, along with shopping malls, movies theatres, farmers markets, and much more. Monroe is an ideal place to call home, raise a family, and build a thriving career.   

We value health, well-being, and professional growth:  Our compensation package is competitive and commensurate with experience.  

· We offer excellent total rewards benefits, inclusive of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

· Encore Vet Group will provide up to a 5% match on 401K plans. 

· We happily provide a generous CE allowance, as well as time off to attend CE events. 

· We contribute a uniform allowance to all full-time and part-time team members. 

· Our hospital team members receive discounted pet care for their personal pets. 

· Providing PTO, floating holidays, and parental leave to our team members is paramount.   

If you think Suburban Animal Clinic of Monroe might be the right fit for you, and you’re interested in exploring our partnership with Encore Vet Group, we’d love to hear from you, reach out to Alanna Cappello at alanna.cappello@encorevet.com to learn more!