Licensed Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine
BluePearl Pet Hospital · Virginia Beach, VA · 3 wk ago
Healthcare$20–$40/hrFull-time
About the role
BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Licensed Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician to join their fast-paced Internal Medicine department in Town Center, VA!
Responsibilities
- Set up constant rate infusions (CRI).
- Calculates all medical math including advanced and CRI (mcg/mg, %/mg, etc.).
- Induces, monitors and recovers anesthesia.
- Set up for ultrasound and radiology procedures.
- Set up and assist with endoscopic procedures (GI, nasal, urinary, airway).
- Clean and maintain equipment following procedure.
- Add discharge IM patients from the hospital, including basic client education such as insulin injection, SQ fluid, and feeding tube demonstrations.
- Additional job duties as assigned.
Requirements
- VTS credentialing preferred.
Qualifications
- Current Virginia license as a Veterinary Technician.
- Experience in internal medicine preferred.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Skills
- Advanced medical math skills.
- Proven experience with anesthesia induction and recovery.
- Knowledge of ultrasound and radiology techniques.
- Excellent equipment maintenance skills.
- Effective client education and communication skills.
Benefits
- Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
- Leveling system based on skillset and experience.
- Talent development programs and leadership workshops.
- 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.
- Flexible work schedules.
- 401(k) and retirement planning.
- Paid time off and floating holiday plans.
- A regional licensed social worker for wellness support.
Pay
Pay: $20.00 - $40.00 / hour. Pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency leveling system.
Schedule
Flexible work schedule.