Veterinary Technician - Surgery

About the role

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Golden Valley, MN is hiring an exceptional Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery Team. Pay: $22.15 - $44.00 / hour. Sign on Bonus up to a $2500 Sign-on bonus for qualified candidates*

Responsibilities

• Advance your technical skills with on-the-job training.
• Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Utilize your ability to place IV catheters and urinary catheters.
• Perform physical exams.
• Understand normal vital parameters and alert doctor when abnormal.
• Set up IV fluids and constant rate infusions.
• Set up and oversee blood transfusions for critically ill patients.
• Assist our highly qualified team, including board-certified surgeons, in performing a wide range of highly advanced surgical care.
• Examples of surgeries include TPLO, FHO, total hip, fracture repairs, splenectomy, lung lobectomy, GDV, and C-section.
• Maintain up to and including ASA status I - V.
• Learn how to independently run CT scans.
• Place and maintain feeding tubes, drains, PICC line catheters, and central line catheters.
• Perform local blocks, such as epidural.
• Monitor up to and including ASA status I - V.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R (basic and advanced) CPR guidelines.
• ALS and BLS certification is provided at no cost to you.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Rotating on-call schedule required once training has been completed.
• A typical schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts and rotating on-call shifts.
• Specialty experience is not required but a year of technician experience is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S.
• Must not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.

Skills

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a larger team goal.
• Knowledge of basic surgical techniques and procedures.
• Experience with IV catheter placement and blood transfusions.
• Basic understanding of anesthesia and critical care.

Benefits

• Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• Talent development programs and leadership workshops.
• Annual continuing education allowance and free continuing education sessions.
• Opportunities for internships, externships, and post-graduation opportunities.
• Free VETgirl Elite membership.
• Local and regional mental health and wellness benefits.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Hinge Health membership.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Flexible work schedules.
• 401(k) and retirement planning.
• Fertility treatment and medication coverage.
• Monthly outings and events.
• Bi-annual merit increase opportunities.

Pay

Pay: $22.15 - $44.00 / hour. Sign on Bonus up to a $2500 Sign-on bonus for qualified candidates*

Schedule

• Mon - Thurs: 6 pm to 8 am = $3.50 Shift Differential
• Fri - Sun: 6 pm to 8 am = $5.00 Shift Differential