Copper Country Veterinary Clinic is looking to add a
Veterinary Assistant, Associate Veterinarian, Licensed Veterinary Technician and Kennel Assistant to our team!
Résumés and cover letters can be sent to ccvc@pasty.net
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Kennel Assistant
Description
The kennel position is in charge of all hospitalized patient care and overall cleanliness of the practice. This is a part-time position and has a morning and evening shift. Start time is 7:30 am until tasks are finished. Evening time starts at 3:00 pm until tasks are finished. The evening shift must stay until tasks are finished and it is at least 9:00 pm.
Duties
- Keep all patients in hospital clean and comfortable and maintain a clean and orderly workspace
- Handle and restrain animals
- Assist team members when needed
- Operate computer software
- Administer medications as directed by the doctor
- Operate medical equipment such as IV pumps, body warming units, etc.
- Connect and Disconnect IV Catheters
- Perform suture/staple removals
- perform nail trims and ear cleanings
- Prepare kennels for patients (blanket, litterbox, water, IV pump..)
- Follow treatment plans for patients according to doctor orders
- Record patient notes in medical record
- Keep walkways and outdoor appearance acceptable for clients
- Shovel entry way during winter months
- Occasionally will need to use personal vehicle to purchase supplies and bring recycling
• Responsible for making sure the clinic is clean
-sweeping, mopping, dusting, lawn work, dishes, laundry
Requirements
Driver’s license
Highschool diploma or equivalent
Weekend availability
Able to lift 40lbs
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary assistants are trained to assist the veterinarian in providing pet-care services offered by the clinic. This position is responsible for appointments, client education, running diagnostics and assisting other team members with patient care. Opportunities for in-house training and continuing education as well as health insurance, simple IRA, vacation and holiday pay.
Requirements:
- Take histories, provide treatment to routine problems, and give counseling to clients.
- Collect urine, draw blood
- Take and process radiographs
- Perform routine lab procedures and tests in hematology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology.
- Assist DVM with physical examinations
- Administer medications, injections and fluids as prescribed by the DVM.
- Record temperature, pulse, and respiration
- Operate electrocardiographic and radiographic equipment.
- Assist DVM in surgery by providing correct equipment and instruments.
- Maintain treatment records and maintenance logs.
- Assist in inventory of all pharmaceuticals, equipment, and supplies needed in the clinic
- Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- This position requires long periods of standing and the ability to lift and carry at least 40 lbs.
Expectations:
- Passionate about helping pet owners and their pets
- Desire to continue to learn and advance in veterinary medicine
- Knowledge of protocols and policies
- Must be able to multi-task and perform in a fast paced environment
- Act as a liaison between the pet owner and doctor; assist in educating and communicating pets health, condition and results to the pet owner
Please send a resume and cover letter to the hiring team at ccvc@pasty.net.
Associate Veterinarian
Copper Country Veterinary Clinic is a fast-paced and growing 3 doctor veterinary practice, located in Atlantic Mine, MI-about 3 miles South of Houghton, MI. The area offers an excellent school system, many cultural and recreational opportunities, and lots of snow in the winter with a moderate climate. For those unfamiliar with the area, the Houghton area is known as the gateway to the Keweenaw Peninsula as it is an easy drive to locations like Copper Harbor, Eagle Harbor and Eagle River in the peninsula offering numerous outdoor activities, restaurants, and beautiful sites. It is also 2 hours from Marquette, which is a larger town offering more shopping and restaurants.
Must have good communication skills, and be compassionate, client-oriented, and a team player. Practice is 95% small animal/5% large animal. Ultrasound, new portable dental unit, digital radiology, dental radiography, K-laser unit, Abaxis in house lab, farm call vehicle with vet box, portable x-ray unit, and PowerFloat equipment for equine dentals. The staff is a strong team, highly trained, smart and passionate about veterinary care. As a group, the staff and doctors are close and often do gatherings outside of work to enjoy local restaurants, outdoor activities, etc. Four day work weeks and alternate weekends allow for plenty of time to enjoy all of the activities the Upper Peninsula has to offer. Competitive salary with an excellent benefit package that includes a SIMPLE IRA, medical insurance, vacation and sick leave, CE allowance, professional license and dues. Contact Dr. Rebecca Severn or Tara Raffaelli at 906-482-1771 or by email: ccvc@pasty.net. Website: ccvc.cc
Send resume to: Copper Country Veterinary Clinic, 45815 State Highway M26, Atlantic Mine, MI 49905; e-mail — ccvc@pasty.net; or FAX 906 482-8766
Licensed Veterinary Technician
The Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) is trained to assist the veterinarian in providing pet-care services offered by the Clinic. This position has a supervisory responsibility over the Patient Care Staff in assuring that appropriate care is being given to the pets and that the proper protocols are being followed for the cleanliness of the clinic. Opportunities for in-house training and continuing education as well as health insurance, simple IRA, vacation and holiday pay.
Requirements:
- The Licensed Veterinary Technician must possess an LVT certificate from the state of Michigan.
- Take histories, provide treatment to routine problems, and give counseling to clients.
- Collect urine, perform skin scrapings, draw blood.
- Take and process radiographs
- Perform routine lab procedures and tests in hematology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology.
- Assist DVM with physical examinations that help determine the nature of the illness or injury.
- Perform and maintain anesthesia.
- Administer medications, vaccines, fluids, and blood products as prescribed by the DVM.
- Record temperature, pulse, and respiration
- Dress wounds, apply splints and other protective devices, and clean teeth.
- Perform catheterizations—urinary, arterial, and venous.
- Perform ear flushes, intravenous feedings, and tube feedings.
- Operate electrocardiographic and radiographic equipment.
- Assist DVM in surgery by providing correct equipment and instruments.
- Assure that monitoring and support equipment such as anesthetic machines, cardiac monitors, scopes, and breathing apparatus are in good working condition.
- Maintain treatment records and maintenance logs.
- Maintain inventory of all pharmaceuticals, equipment, and supplies needed in the float and surgery areas.
- Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- This position requires long periods of standing and the ability to lift and carry at least 40 lbs.
Expectations:
- Passionate about helping pet owners and their pets
- Desire to continue to learn and advance in veterinary medicine
- Knowledge of protocols and policies
- Must be able to multi-task and perform in a fast paced environment
- Act as a liaison between the pet owner and doctor; assist in educating and communicating pets health, condition and results to the pet owner
Please send a resume and cover letter to the hiring team at ccvc@pasty.net.