Veterinary Referral Center Of Central Oregon Inc Sunriver, OR , Deschutes County, OR
Posted 2 days ago
We are a group of enthusiastic pet heroes who go beyond expectations at providing a personalized experience for all patient-guests and their parents. We currently provide dermatology, internal medicine, medical oncology, ophthalmology, neurology, surgery, urgent care, and emergency services. Our quality of care and diverse specialty offerings makes VRCCO's team the leaders in advanced pet care for Central Oregon. At the Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon, we believe that teamwork, superior patient care, education, and fun are the secret to a wonderful career. Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon is seeking a full-time veterinary technician who embodies these values. The technician will work under doctors from various departments(surgery, dermatology, medical oncology, internal medicine and emergency) with a focus on emergency medicine and patient care, and the opportunity to focus on specific areas of interest as the hospital grows. Main Responsibilities
Maintenance of hospital
Disinfect kennels, treatment tables, and other surfaces
Disinfect and keep exam rooms orderly
Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical equipment and instruments
Launder towels, blankets and surgical gowns
Sweep and mop as needed
Stock necessary supplies in accordance with our inventory system
Remove garbage and recyclable materials
Patient Care
Restrain patients for exams and medical treatments in a safe manner for both the patient and staff
Walk, feed and bathe patients
Triage patients and admit to the hospital
Performing medical treatments under the supervision of a CVT/Doctor.
Medical Record Keeping
Obtain vital signs
Monitor patients for pain and discomfort and relay changing demeanor to technicians/doctors
IV catheterization and venipuncture
Obtain blood pressures via doppler and oscillometric
Provide other medical treatments per VRCCO's Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs)
Client Communications
Obtain histories from owners
Provide nursing updates as needed
Provide estimates and financial updates
Go over discharge summaries and provide client education
Assist CSR with telephone inquiries, scheduling appointments and taking payments/deposits as necessary
Laboratory
Collect laboratory samples (feces, urine (no cystocentesis), blood)
Perform in house laboratory tests
Store and package laboratory samples for outside submission
Radiology
Assist technicians in requesting, positioning patients and taking radiographs
Restrain patients for ultrasounds
Surgery/Anesthesia Prep
Assist CVT in inducing anesthesia by restraining the patient and holding the patient for intubation.
Attach cardiac and respiratory monitoring equipment
Understand and maintain aseptic technique for the patient, instruments and procedure area
Clip and prepare surgical sites
Clean and prepare instruments for sterilization
Be able to set up and check anesthesia machine for a patient The above duties are not an exclusive list. As the assistant's knowledge base and skill set grow, training will be provided for more advanced duties. EEO Statement: VRCCO believes that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our One Team success. All employment decisions are based on merit, experience, ability, performance, and business needs. Compensation details: 27-32 Hourly Wage PIfde0a8523eb2-31181-34551472
Veterinary Referral Center Of Central Oregon Inc