Surgery Veterinary Technician

About the role

MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty provider with practices nationwide. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations such as chemotherapy and radiation, cardiac ablations, treatments for glaucoma, physical rehabilitation, dermatology, and more. We are looking for collaborative and driven Surgery Veterinary Technicians to join our clinical team in a fast-paced environment. This role is perfect for technicians seeking training in multiple facets of the department and interaction with other hospital teams. Strong communication skills are essential to liaise between surgeons, clients, and deliver post-operative care instructions.

Responsibilities

• Manage appointments, obtain patient histories, maintain medical records, handle invoicing, and process patient discharges
• Fill medications, enter charges, maintain accurate medical records, and schedule appointments
• Create patient releases and navigate client conversations around treatment plans and financial obligations
• Prepare patients for surgery, including shaving, scrubbing, and positioning; assist with intubation and radiographs
• Proficiently perform blood draws and submit bloodwork
• Ensure documentation is accurate and complete
• Open, turn over, and clean operating rooms, as well as clean instruments and wrap packs

Requirements

• State Registered Veterinary Technician license preferred
• Prior veterinary experience required; previous surgery experience desired
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.)
• Flexibility with work hours and ability to work additional hours when necessary
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, vision, and dental)
• HSA, FSA, and Independent Care Spending accounts
• 401k with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift differentials and on-call pay
• Uniform allowance
• Employee pet discounts and pet insurance
• Elective short-term disability, life, and accident insurance; company-paid long-term disability
• Continuing education opportunities and assistance program

MedVet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free organization. Employment is dependent upon passing a drug screen and background check.