Overnight Veterinary Technician - ICU

About the role

The role of Veterinary Technician at BluePearl Pet Hospital is an exciting, fast-paced opportunity within the Emergency and Critical Care department. Qualified candidates may qualify for a sign-on bonus up to $3,500.

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

• Current, unrestricted license to practice veterinary technology in the state of practice.
• Experience in emergency and critical care settings preferred.
• Proficiency in medical math and administration of medications.
• 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.
• Opportunities for career growth and development through leveling based on skillset.
• Annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, and access to BluePearl University.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits.
• A flexible work schedule.
• A 401(k) and retirement planning option.
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans.
• A regional licensed social worker for support.

Schedule

Flexible work schedules are offered to accommodate the needs of the team and clients.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.