Animal Technician jobs in Hawaii

Makawao Veterinary Clinic, a rapidly growing veterinary clinic in Makawao, HI, has an immediate opening for a Full-Time Vet Technician to add to our dedicated team of care professionals! In this position you will spend the majority of your time assisting the other Technicians and Veterinarians with the care and treatment of the pets who depend on us.

Do you love animals and want to dedicate your time to helping them live long, healthy lives? If so, this opportunity is the position for you!

Primary Responsibilities

Our Veterinary Technicians play a vital role in supporting our Veterinarians in providing excellent patient care. Your primary responsibilities will be:

• Expertly draw blood
• Place IV catheters
• Administer IV and subcutaneous injections
• Deliver excellent patient nursing care
• Manage Surgical prep, surgical and post-surgical monitoring
• Provide superior client service, educating pet parents with a tailored approach
• Assist with laboratory procedures
• Complete special projects assigned by our Doctors

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1-2 years of veterinary experience is required.
• Experience with catheters, dental procedures, laboratory procedures, radiology, anesthesia, patient assessments, and good client communication is important.
• The ability to effectively prioritize and meet multiple requests at one time.
• Must be tech savvy with the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Truly superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt your style to meet the needs of the person with whom you are communicating.

Hours & Availability

The Makawao Veterinary Clinic team provides excellent care for pets (and their humans) during the following hours of operation:

• Monday - Saturday: 7:30am – 6:30pm
• Sunday: TBD
• Scheduling: Four ten hour shifts/week, or 4.5 days/week. *Weekends are required!

Candidates who are motivated by a work-life balance are encouraged to apply as we pride ourselves in ensuring you have time to enjoy what you love outside of work!

Compensation & Benefits

Your excellent customer service skills will be rewarded with competitive pay, bonuses and incentives. Excellent benefits are available including:

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• PTO/Vacation Time
• 401(k)
• Employee Discounts
• Profit Sharing program

The starting hourly rate for this position is dependent upon skills and qualifications.

About Us

Makawao Veterinary Clinic has proudly provided exceptional veterinary care to the community of Makawao, and surrounding areas, for as long as we can remember! This unique practice offers an array of medical services to both small and large animals in their local community. As a valued member of this team you will enjoy a fun, friendly practice culture with caring, supportive leadership.

How to Apply

Positions on our team don't open very often! Don't miss your chance to join a great care team where you will have the opportunity to make a difference every day. If this sounds like your dream job, submit your resume through this advertisement TODAY for a chance to join us!

If you are selected to participate in the interview process for this position we will notify you via the email address provided in the application process. Please be sure to monitor your junk mail folder to ensure you receive communication from us!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Hospital

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person