Relief Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Pay

Pay: $18.50 - $31.50 / hour + competitive shift differentials. This pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool. We Offer Competitive Shift Differential Pay For Eligible Hours Worked For Nights And Weekends. Shift Differentials Are Based On a 4-hour Minimum.

Shift Differentials

• Mon – Fri: 6pm to 8am = +$3.00/hr
• Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = +$3.00/hr
• Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = +$4.50/hr

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

• Complete high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current certification as a Veterinary Technician from a recognized program.
• Experience in a veterinary setting preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Benefits

• Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• Opportunities for growth and development within the organization.
• Annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, and access to BluePearl University.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Paid paternity leave and employer provided short-term and long-term disability.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans.
• A regional licensed social worker for support.

Schedule

We offer flexible work schedules to accommodate your needs.

About the Role

BluePearl Pet Hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets. We are committed to creating a positive work environment where our team members feel valued and supported.