Surgery Certified Veterinary Technician - Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists

Description

Surgery Certified Veterinary Technician - Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists

Position Overview

Join our team as a Surgery Certified Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain vitals of patient and a thorough history from client at presentation
• Restrain canines and felines safely and humanely for exam, diagnostics, and treatments
• Venipuncture of Cephalic, Saphenous, and Jugular
• Perform hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, fecal, coagulation panel, and process laboratory samples for reference lab
• Radiology techniques and positioning
• Place and maintain Intravenous Catheters, including central and arterial lines
• Place and maintain Urinary Catheters
• Calculate medication doses, including oral, injectable, and CRI
• Administer oral, injectable, and CRI medications, including knowledge of drug compatibilities
• Knowledge of CPR procedures
• Perform emergency anesthesia, including calculations, monitoring, and recovery
• Complete medical records in hospital management software
• Fill prescriptions, properly log controlled drugs
• Review discharge instructions with client
• Handle client calls and questions, including schedule appointments
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Clean, pack, and sterilize surgical instruments
• Assist in surgical procedures
• Care for all pre/post op surgical patients in the ICU, including hourly medical treatments
• Maintain the cleanliness of the OR, ICU, Radiology, and hospital as a whole
• Occasionally assist the Emergency Department with incoming ER cases

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• High school diploma or GED
• Must be a Certified Veterinary Technician

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Advanced anesthesia and surgical experience

Schedule

Monday-Thursday from 7:30am-5:30pm

Must be able to work the full schedule as well as occasional evenings and weekends, holidays will also be required

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship