Relief Veterinary Technician

Pay

Pay: $22.15 - $44.00 / hour
Pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool.
Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience.
We also offer competitive shift differential pay for eligible hours worked for nights and weekends.

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

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Pennsylvania license as a Veterinary Technician.
• Experience in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Must be able to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• Annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, and access to BluePearl University.
• 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.

Schedule

• Mon – Fri: 6pm to 8am = $3.50 Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = $3.50 Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = $5.00 Shift Differential

Skills

• Proficient in medical math and medication administration.
• Ability to triage and manage emergency cases.
• Knowledge of anesthesia and monitoring techniques.
• Experience with digital radiography.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Mentoring and training abilities.

Company Culture

• Family-like culture in hospitals.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Equal opportunity employer.
• Committed to a diverse work environment.