Full Time Licensed Veterinary Technician

Aurora Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing 7-doctor practice.

We have a wide range of services available that include orthopedics, rehabilitation, oncology, diagnostic imaging, general surgery, in-house labs, dentistry, and wellness visits.

*Schedule:*

* Full-time. This shift is Monday to Friday, 8:45am-5:45pm with an hour lunch. Rotating Saturdays, 8:45am-5:15pm with a 30 minute lunch. We are closed on Sundays and major holidays.

*Compensation: *Pay depends on experience and licensing. $25-$29/hr.

*Location: *Across from Creamers field at 1201 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK

*Assistant duties and requirements (you must be able to perform these tasks as a Licensed Veterinary Technician):*

* Provide care to our hospitalized and post-surgical patients, recording activities in the medical records.
* Assist within the exam room by obtaining medical history and vitals, restraining, preparing forms, obtaining instruments, and invoicing services.
* Clean, disinfect, and maintain exam rooms, kennels, cages, and wards as often as is necessary.
* Perform general cleaning and stocking of hospital exam rooms and treatment areas.
* Know common drugs and protocols and be able to explain them to clients.
* Conduct laboratory tests.
* Perform nail trims, anal gland expression, and light grooming.
* Assist with positioning and taking radiographs.
* Organize work area and exercise time management skills to maximize personal efficiency within the practice. Prioritize tasks and handle multiple tasks in a calm, organized manner.
* Knowledge of Fear Free is a plus!
* Perform other duties as assigned including assisting in other areas.

*Technician duties and requirements:*

* Licensed in the state of Alaska or eligible for licensing within 6 months of hire date.
* Assist within the exam room by obtaining medical history and vitals, restraining, preparing forms, obtaining instruments, and invoicing services.
* Inducing and monitoring anesthesia, calculating, and administering therapeutic drugs.
* Managing nursing care and treatments.
* Assist with positioning and taking radiographs.
* Perform dental cleanings and dental radiographs.
* Conduct laboratory tests and analyze results.
* Monitor and record vital signs of animals under anesthesia.
* Provide post-operative care and monitor recovery progress.

*Benefits for You:*

* Employee Discount (After 90 days)
* Paid Time Off (After 90 days - Must be Full-Time)
* Health Insurance (After 90 days - Must be Full-Time)
* Uniform Allowance (at least 1 year of employment)
* Retirement Program (at least 2 years of employment)
* Continuing Education (DOE)

*If this sounds like an environment you would flourish in, we invite you to send a cover letter, your resume, and a contact list of at least 3 professional references.*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Uniform allowance

License/Certification:
* Veterinary Technician License (Required)

Ability to Commute:
* Fairbanks, AK 99701 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Fairbanks, AK 99701: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person