Overnight Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Pay

Pay range: $20.00 - $40.50 / hour
Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience.

Shift Differential

• Mon – Fri: 6pm to 8am = $3.00 Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = $4.50 Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = $3.00 Shift Differential

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.

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency and critical care setting preferred.
• Current license to practice veterinary technology in the state of practice.
• Proficiency in digital radiography and anesthesia monitoring equipment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving 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.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans.

Company Culture

• Family-like culture in hospitals.
• Continuous learning opportunities through annual continuing education allowance and access to over 2,000 medical journals.
• Opportunities for career advancement within Mars Veterinary Health.

About the Role

The role of Veterinary Technician at BluePearl Pet Hospital is an exciting, fast-paced opportunity that allows you to utilize your skills and expand your knowledge while working alongside talented veterinary professionals.