Experienced Certified Veterinary Technician

Job Description

We are a surgical referral practice seeking a certified veterinary technician, prior experience as a surgical technician in a surgical specialty hospital or academic University position is a plus. Extensive experience with basic lab work, venipuncture, iv cath placement, fluid therapy, patient care, etc is assumed. We are seeking an individual who has advanced nursing skills, the ability to multi-task and maintain a professional demeanor in a sometimes stressful environment. Must be flexible and willing to take on diverse responsibilities, with a desire to grow professionally as we undergo a significant expansion of our current referral practice. Candidates must also have knowledge and experience in/with the following:

General anesthesia including pre-anesthetic/induction protocols, intubation, and proper preparation, use, and maintenance of anesthesia machines, analgesic protocols including the calculation and administration of CRIs, monitoring of anesthesia (experience with ECG, spO2, BP, etc), and being responsible for anesthetic recovery

Prior experience with surgical/referral pets and pet owners is a plus - ie with regard to owner communication, patient admission and discharge, assisting with surgical reports, and use of practice management software

Preparation of patients for surgery - proper clipping, prep/scrub, and positioning

Proficient in sterile gowning and gloving, comfortable everyday experience with surgical asepsis and aseptic technique with regard to the patient and operating room environment.

Experienced in taking radiographs,

The ideal candidate is a confident team player who is excited to advance their surgical/medical knowledge, and is willing to provide input and ideas based on knowledge and prior experience. Must be able to lift patients/equipment up to 50 pounds.

Company Description

Small Animal Surgical Referral only