Sport Horse Veterinary Technician

Job Title: Sport Horse Technician - WEC OHIO

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Sport Horse

Skills/Responsibilities Required:

The primary role and duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• This role is designed to help our Sport Horse Veterinary team, which covers the World Equestrian Center (WEC) in Wilmington, Ohio during competition/show weeks. These shows happen during most of the year. Traveling to and from Lexington, KY-Wilmington, OH during those weeks is required. Each show week is approximately Tuesday-Sunday, overtime may be expected.
• During non-show weeks: base location or ability to travel to Lexington location on occasion for training and show assistance. This will be on-site at our clinic.
• Provide assistance and support to a Sport Horse Veterinarian in the delivery of primary care and diagnostic services.
• Hold/restrain, hand jog, and lunge patient for examination, treatment, and procedures.
• Maintain a clean/sanitary and well-organized work/service area.
• Coordinate ordering and restocking all medical equipment, drugs, and supplies.
• Complete medical records and other documents such as billing, reports, and charts for patients, as directed by the Veterinarian (may be remote or in-person).
• Assist with and maintain diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Prepare required quarterly inventory counts in accordance with deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Equine experience preferably in Eventing, Hunter/Jumper, or competitive English riding. WEC is primarily an English showing facility, specially designed for jumping disciplines. Applicants with relevant riding, showing, or grooming experience are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent communication.
• Ability to lift 75 -100 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Schedule:

• Tuesday-Sunday in Wilmington OH, 40 hours per week minimum.
• Must be able to work weekends and overtime as needed.

Expectations:

• To treat other people with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• To be dependable and punctual on working hours scheduled and to be willing to stay beyond scheduled hours if needed.
• To be a self-starter and take the required initiative to perform all tasks successfully.
• To obtain required knowledge and skills relevant to the job responsibilities.
• To assist in achieving and maintaining high quality standards in the overall care and needs of patients.
• To maintain confidentiality with regards to client, doctor and patient information.
• To conduct oneself professionally as a representative of Hagyard Equine Medical Institute refraining from inappropriate language and behavior.
• To constructively communicate progress, problems or other issues requiring attention to the appropriate supervisor, doctor or member of management.
• To offer solutions and demonstrate a positive attitude when dealing with clients, supervisors, doctors, management, other team members, and outside vendors or suppliers.
• To maintain a professional appearance and a courteous attitude.
• To maintain a clean/sanitary and well-organized work/service area at all times.
• To contribute to the overall team by utilizing your skills and knowledge to achieve performance excellence.

Performance Abilities:

• Professional demeanor
• Respects confidentiality of client/patient data.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Detail oriented and able to take directions.
• Organized, dedicated, friendly and responsible.
• Punctual and low absenteeism.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education/Experience:
  • High school diploma or GED.
• Language Ability:
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures.
  • Ability to write/document technical information and general correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from doctors, other staff and clients.
• Math Ability:
  • Ability to apply intermediate math formulas.
• Reasoning Ability:
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills:
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general computer software knowledge to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Certificates and Licenses:
  • No certification required

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources