Credentialed Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician

Job Summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join their Internal Medicine department. This position works closely with the Emergency department and requires strong multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with advanced procedures including endoscopies and other minimally invasive diagnostics.
• Clean and maintain equipment following procedures.
• Calculate and administer fluid therapy, and administer medications.
• Place nasogastric tubes quickly and efficiently.
• Induce, monitor and recover anesthesia cases.
• Set up for ultrasound and radiology procedures, including CT's.
• Support management of complex Internal Medicine cases.
• Collect and handle diagnostic samples, and send them to the appropriate laboratory.
• Discharge IM patients from the hospital, including basic client education.
• Help with complex hospitalized cases, working closely and collaborating with our ER and Critical Care team.
• Review all medical records from previous veterinary clinics.
• Create new medical record histories for the Internist.
• Help with general housekeeping and cleanliness.

Requirements

• Strong anesthesia, phlebotomy skills.
• Organizational skills and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with advanced procedures.
• Knowledge of medical math and drug dosages.
• Ability to place IV catheters and nasogastric tubes.
• Experience with anesthesia and ventilators.
• Experience with ultrasound and radiology equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• Annual continuing education allowance and free continuing education sessions.
• Access to over 2,000 medical journals.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits and 401k and retirement planning.
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans.
• A regional licensed social worker for support.

Schedule

This position is Monday - Thursday 7:00am - 4:00pm. The ability to be on-call will be required from time to time.