Veterinary Technician- Surgery
BluePearl Pet Hospital · Fort Lauderdale, FL · 3 wk ago
Healthcare$21–$42/hrFull-time
Pay
This pay band is a starting point and is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency leveling system. A BluePearl Surgery Technician is responsible for some post-operative client communication and must be able to work independently while contributing to a larger team goal.
Requirements
- Minimum of two or more years of experience in a veterinary hospital
- Rotating on-call schedule required after training
Qualifications
- Ability to place peripheral intravenous catheter in cephalic vein
- Able to count heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort accurately
- Able to understand normal vital parameters and alert doctor when abnormal
- Able to set up and administer intravenous fluids
- Able to operate and troubleshoot intravenous fluid pumps
- Able to disconnect and connect patient from intravenous fluids aseptically
- Able to monitor patient response to fluid therapy including signs of overload
Benefits
- Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food
- Talent development programs and leadership workshops
- 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
- Access to a regional licensed social worker for wellness support
Schedule
A rotating on-call schedule is required once training has been completed.
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to work independently and contribute to a team
- Knowledge of veterinary hospital standards of care and core values
Benefits
- 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
- Access to a regional licensed social worker for wellness support
Company Culture
- Family-like culture in hospitals
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
- Opportunities for advancement within the organization
- Committed to treating all employees with respect and dignity
About the Role
BluePearl Pet Hospital is hiring an exceptional Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery Team. Sign-on bonus for qualified CVT, LVT, RVT, LVMT, and VTS and experienced veterinary assistants!