Mid Shift Veterinary Technician - Emergency

About the role

At BluePearl Pet Hospital, the role of Veterinary Technician is an exciting, fast-paced opportunity that will allow you to utilize the skills that you have worked so hard to gain. We will also give you the chance to expand and grow your skills, all while working alongside some of the most talented veterinary professionals.

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 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 emergency and critical care settings.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice veterinary medicine in the state where you will be working.
• Knowledge of anesthesia, radiography, and other emergency care techniques.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passionate about enriching lives through remarkable care for pets.

Qualifications

• VTS credentialing is preferred but not required.
• Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in medical math and medication administration.
• Ability to triage and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Passion for emergency and critical care.

Benefits

• 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 support.
• A family-like culture in our hospitals.

Pay

This pay band is a starting point and is dependent on experience and advancement through our leveling system. Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible work schedules are offered to accommodate your needs.