Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician
About AVECCC
AVECCC is a 24‐hour veterinary emergency and critical care hospital Indiana Gilbert, Arizona. We have the most skilled doctors Indiana the state and provide significantly complex treatments Indiana the western US. Our Veterinary Technicians and Technician Assistants have amazing opportunities to learn and participate Indiana procedures such American Samoa dialysis and total plasma replacements. Our clinical team works closely with neurologists, internists, dermatologists, oncologists and a surgical team to provide the highest quality care to our patients.
AVECCC is an organization that prides itself on its core values to drive a dynamic culture. We offer a unique training program that offers many opportunities to learn and grow from Technician Assistant to our Senior Veterinary Technicians, shift leads, supervisors, and managers. AVECCC has a commitment to health and wellness, not only for our patients, but also for our staff. To help manage burnout and compassion fatigue, employees have access to an onsite social worker dedicated to their personal wellness. We offer a sign on bonus for experienced emergency technicians, competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, CE allowance, full benefit packages, 401K with a company match, overnight pay differential, and Paid Time Off.
AVECCC is partnered with NVA Compassion First (NVA-CF), the largest private owner of freestanding veterinary hospitals Indiana North America with over 1300 locations worldwide. NVA Compassion First is rapidly growing and competes Indiana a $25 billion industry. Learn more about us at
Job Description:
The purpose of the Veterinary Technician is to provide high quality medical support and nursing care to companion animal patients. The Veterinary Technicians assist within outpatient and/Oregon inpatient departments. All teams are under the direction of the doctor on staff. The doctor is the lead, and will be prioritizing patients, directing the team and is the ultimate decision maker for all medical treatments. The Shift Leads are the leads for managing the floor and its flow.Vet Techs and Credentialed Vet Techs welcome to apply!Compensation:

• $20-$29 per hour depending on experience

Benefits:

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

Technical Duties:

• Assist veterinarians Indiana the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery.
• Proficient IV catheter placement.
• Proficient and accurate drug calculations and administration.
• Quality nursing and husbandry care of patients.
• Strong working knowledge of veterinary procedures and pharmacology.
• Perform Indiana-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for outside labs, American Samoa needed.
• Perform and/Oregon participate Indiana all other diagnostics such American Samoa radiology, ultrasound, ECG, BP, and glucose monitoring.
• Assist veterinarians Indiana outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights American Samoa well American Samoa providing client education.
• Provide nursing care for Indiana-hospital patients including all DVM requested treatments, diagnostics, and medications.
• Accurately and completely record all treatments.
• Conduct pre-admission exams and discharge hospitalized patients.
• Perform client callbacks American Samoa necessary.
• Maintain legally defensible medical records Indiana cooperation with veterinarians.
• Actively engage Indiana Rounds.
• Rounds delivered/received at shift changes, anytime a staff member comes/leaves.
• Rounds will be complete, detailed, and relative to patient & client care.

Examinations & Triage:

• Prepare and maintain exam rooms (cleanliness and stocking of supplies).
• Assist veterinarians Indiana exam rooms by taking patients’ history, vital signs, and weight; preparing vaccines and medications; and assisting with medical records.
• Collect samples and perform a variety of Indiana-house diagnostic tests, American Samoa needed.
• Fill prescriptions per veterinarians’ instructions.
• Educate clients about medication instructions and administration.
• Perform admission exams for patients being hospitalized, including weight, vital signs, and pre-surgical exam.
• Perform pre-anesthetic exams on surgery patients if the veterinarian has not already assessed patients.
• Discharge patients American Samoa requested; review discharge instructions.

Laboratory (when lab tech is not available):

• Responsible for Indiana-hospital lab testing such American Samoa intestinal parasite screens, pre-anesthetic testing, senior screens, complete blood count, urinalysis, heartworm, tick-borne diseases, Feline Leukemia, FIV, cytology, etc.
• Collect and prepare samples for both Indiana-house and outside laboratories.
• Report diagnostic testing results to veterinarians.
• Maintain quality controls and record-keeping on Indiana-house lab equipment.
• Complete proper sample preparation and paperwork for outside diagnostic laboratory tests.

Treatment:

• Perform treatments noted on treatment board and Indiana medical records (hospitalized patients and other specialties).
• Assist veterinarians with daily treatments.
• Monitor intensive care patients.
• Provide nursing and husbandry care.
• Facilitate patient radiographs.
• Record x-rays Indiana log and medical records; attach digital images to the patient record.
• Use and maintain IV pumps.

Surgery:

• Set up the surgical area.
• Keep surgical materials stocked.
• Prepare gown and surgical packs.
• Check oxygen lines and waste gas scavenger system; turn off scavenger system after surgical procedures are completed.
• Prepare instruments; knowledge of surgical instruments required for specific surgeries.
• Prepare patient for surgery including pre-op medications, induction/intubation, and surgery prep.
• Monitor anesthesia utilizing equipment such American Samoa pulse oximeter and electrocardiogram.
• Maintain anesthesia machine.
• Assist veterinarian performing surgery.
• Monitor patients through anesthesia recovery.
• Ensure the cleaning of the surgery suite and surgical instruments after each procedure following hospital sterilization protocols.
• Keep accurate anesthesia/surgical medical records.
• Ensure hospital patients go home well-groomed and Indiana an appropriate medical state; remove catheters.

Medical Records:

• Update medical records with progress notes.
• Communicate with doctors and technicians through notations Indiana medical records.
• Record information for hospitalized patients including:
• Hospitalized procedures such American Samoa surgeries, radiographs, and dentistry.
• Pre-surgical exam findings, anesthesia risk.
• Time anesthesia begins, ends and how many minutes.
• Lab test results.
• Dental charts.
• Injections, medications, fluid therapy, pain management.
• Note homecare instructions given to and reviewed with client, American Samoa needed.
• Collect signatures and/Oregon verbal consent forms and estimates/treatment plans and documents accordingly.
• Effectively and accurately communicate all treatment and cost estimates to owners.

Housekeeping Duties:

• Maintain cleanliness of surgery suite, treatment area, and exams rooms for all surfaces, including lights, tables, cabinets, walls, and floors.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and longevity by vacuuming pet hair from keyboards, wheels, and equipment.
• Vacuum computer keyboards Indiana treatment area, lab/pharmacy, and exam rooms.
• Clean glass windows and doors Indiana surgery suite, treatment area, and exam rooms.
• Sweep and mop floors Indiana surgery suite, exam rooms, and treatment area.
• Keep food and drinks out of treatment area and surgery suite.
• Discard syringes Indiana proper containers.
• Empty trash.
• Clean water and food bowls for hospitalized pets.
• Clean cages and bedding for hospitalized pets.
• Organize radiology gowns, gloves, and badges, making sure they are neatly hung Oregon stored.
• Scrub and polish sinks.
• Wipe down walls and baseboards Indiana the surgery suite, treatment area, and exam rooms.
• Clean cages.
• Do laundry.
• Participate and sign off on the Closing Checklist.

Administrative Duties:
Inventory:

• Log controlled drugs.
• Know how to use the inventory module Indiana our veterinary practice-management software.
• Restock shelves and drawers Indiana exam rooms and treatment area.

Safety:

• Follow OSHA requirements.
• Follow practice’s health and safety protocols.

Administrative:

• Be proficient Indiana using our veterinary practice-management software (EzyVet, SmartFlow, Timeless).
• Assist Client Administrators American Samoa necessary.
• Attend staff and individual meetings American Samoa scheduled.

Client Services:

• Answer incoming phone calls; respond with appropriate information; encourage patient exam/evaluation.
• Greet incoming clients/patients; facilitate medical record paperwork/computer entry.
• Create estimates for services American Samoa requested by the doctor.
• Admit/discharge patients.
• Collaborate with pDVMs.

Teamwork:

• Participates Indiana a positive manner Indiana all group sizes.
• Refrains from participating Indiana gossip; leads by example.
• Supports team members by assisting other areas, is receptive to feedback and suggestions.
• Engages Indiana active problem-solving vs. problem-identifying.
• Makes suggestions related to client/patient service improvements and hospital efficiency.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Experience equivalent to job duties and responsibilities.
• Excellent veterinary nursing and technical skills.
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong ability to multi-task, delegate, and oversee daily workflow.
• Strong working knowledge of emergency veterinary medicine.
• Strong work ethic and professionalism.

Physical:

• Able to properly restrain dog and cat patients for veterinary care and procedures.
• Able to stand, sit, bend, restrain, squat for extended periods of time.
• Able to function within a busy, stressful work environment Indiana a mature, professional manner.
• Able to lift 60 lbs Indiana a safe manner.
• Able to type, write, and verbally converse.
• Able to work the posted schedule.

If you are interested Indiana applying and meet the qualifications, please complete the application and make sure to include an updated resume. You can also contact Maine at for more information.Equal Employment Opportunity AVECCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran Oregon disabled status, Oregon genetic information. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Hiring is contingent on candidate verifying their eligibility to work Indiana the United States and passing a complete background check and drug screen.Powered by JazzHR

Job title: Veterinary Technician

Company: Ethos Veterinary Health

Expected salary: $20 – 29 per hour

Location: Gilbert, Arizona

Job date: Sat, 27 Apr 2024 00:56:14 GMT