We are seeking a veterinary technician to join our talented team at the Animal Clinic of Buena!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides compassionate care to patients and clients
• Keeps accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy, including in-depth knowledge of medical terminology and record keeping.
• Prepares and maintains the exam rooms and treatment areas

• Performs physical assessments and records observations, including triaging and problem solving to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Safe, low stress and compassionate handling and restraint.
• Prepares estimates for procedures and discusses financial commitments with clients
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Pharmacy skills, including protocols for filling in-house
• Radiography and digital imaging
• Monitors vitals by hand and with equipment
• Sample collection and processing for in-house and reference labs

• Builds initial rapport and long-term relationships with both pets and clients, successfully communicates plans and estimates to owners.

• Maintains an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by the inventory control system

• Assists the Veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids
• Communicates within the team, proactively advocating for their patient’s needs

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) is highly desirable; equivalent training and experience may substitute.

• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and can deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain. Dedication to safety for all parties involved.
• Must have a positive attitude and be a team player.
• Well skilled in balancing multiple priorities and tasks with attention to detail.
• Experience recognizing your limits and asking for help as needed.
• Strong work ethic and track record of being reliable.
• Willingness to learn new skills and techniques.

About us:
If you live in Vineland or the surrounding area and need a trusted veterinarian to care for your pets look no further. Dr. Kevin Ludwig is a licensed NJ veterinarian, treating all types of pets. Your pets’ health and wellbeing are very important to us, and we take every possible measure to give your animals the care they deserve! At Animal Clinic of Buena, we treat your pets like the valued family members they are!

What else do we have to offer?

• At Rarebreed, we provide employees in the veterinary profession with the best work experience by creating and fostering a great culture where you can thrive. We value you and offer a one-of-a-kind, flexible total compensation package that consists of the following:
• Competitive base compensation plus bonus incentive
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401K with 100% company match of up to 3%, and a 50% match for the 4th and 5th%
• Generous paid time off to ensure a healthy work/life balance
• Employee Referral Award Program
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability, voluntary life insurance available
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• IDEXX diagnostic fees for personal pets covered
• Personal pet care discounts
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs
• Continuing education time off and reimbursement
• Free monthly wellness meetings focusing on stress & anxiety reduction and mindfulness
• Free online group exercise classes, such as yoga and HIIT (High Energy Interval Training), twice a week, taught by certified trainers
• Free quarterly financial wellness classes to provide guidance in areas such as student loan debt, budgeting, improving credit scores, mortgages, and refinancing.

Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/