Credentialed Veterinary Technician
Core
Provide direct patient care, assist with diagnostics and surgery, and support hospital operations in a veterinary clinic.
Role type
credentialed veterinary technician (CVT)
Builds
patient care services, diagnostic results, and client education
Domain
veterinary medicine / animal health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
venipuncture, IV catheter placement, radiography, anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, medication administration, client communication, hospital operations
Preferred skills
low-stress animal handling, dental radiography, fluid rate calculation
Technologies
veterinary diagnostic equipment, anesthesia machines, dental units
Responsibilities
Obtain patient histories and assist with assessments; perform venipuncture, IV placement, and in-house lab testing; obtain diagnostic radiographs; administer medications and vaccines; monitor hospitalized patients; prepare patients for anesthesia and surgery; maintain medical and surgical equipment; communicate recommendations and discharge instructions to clients; process payments and forward book appointments; maintain clean exam rooms and treatment areas; provide front desk coverage as needed.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC