Emergency Veterinary Technician - Swing Shift

Pay

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $40.50 per hour. Compensation is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency leveling system. Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience.

About the role

The role of a Veterinary Technician at BluePearl is an exciting, fast-paced opportunity that allows you to utilize the skills you have gained and the chance to expand and grow those skills. You will work alongside some of the most talented veterinary professionals in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia in patients and use anesthesia/monitoring equipment.
• Triage emergency cases as they arrive at the hospital, including obtaining vitals such as temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure.
• Perform digital radiography using proper technique, including proper positioning of patients.
• Have a complete understanding of normal ranges of patient vital signs, including but not limited to heart and respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.
• Obtain and interpret blood pressure and other vital signs and alert the veterinarian to changes and issues.
• Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.
• Properly calculate medical math (including constant rate infusions) and administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Are proficient at performing phlebotomy and placing intravenous catheters in all peripheral vessels.
• Place and maintain feeding tubes and central line catheters.
• Have a passion for mentoring and training other co-workers.
• Have patience and empathy to address client concerns.

Requirements

• Experience in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Current licensure as a Veterinary Technician in the state of practice.
• Knowledge of veterinary pharmacology and physiology.
• Ability to perform critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Technology or related field.
• Current certification as a Veterinary Technician.
• Current license to practice as a Veterinary Technician in the state of practice.

Skills

• Proficiency in anesthesia and monitoring equipment.
• Knowledge of digital radiography techniques.
• Ability to triage and manage emergency cases.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• 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 BluePearl University for training.
• 2,000 medical journals available for clinicians.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Flexible work schedules.
• 401(k) and retirement planning.
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans.

Company Culture

We promote a family-like culture in our hospitals. We are all in this together. We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.