Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Job Description

• The duties of a Surgical Technician are as follows:

Responsible for all anesthetic procedures and all high-risk sedation patients

• Knowledge of all emergency protocols, drugs and procedures and being able to use them in a crisis situation.

Training and supervising all Level 1 and Level 2 technicians, as well as kennel staff·

Safely Restrain Cats and Dogs

• Know and be able to explain all wellness and prevention recommendations

• Draw up appropriate vaccines into syringe with new needle/proper disposal

• Put charges in computer

• Print handouts (or gather brochures) for clients if applicable

• Adjust reminders in patient charts

• Fill or Call in prescriptions

• Fill in the subjective portion of the soap

• Fill in other soap area as much as possible to assist doctor

• Put follow-ups in computer

• Maintain the doctor's schedule with communication to client and doctor

• Help with answering the phones and reception in between patients.

• Be able to run all in house labs - blood and urine

• Be able to prep slides for doctor's review (Know which stain to use, heat fix, etc.)

• Prepare all blood work to be sent to outside labs

• Clean all rooms and keep lab and pharmacy areas clean

• Be able to correctly check client out and know financial options available (collect payment).

• Give vaccinations (Have working knowledge of schedules and contraindications)

• Draw Blood from jugular, saphenous and cephalic veins with or without client present

• IV catheter placement in treatment area

• Express Anal Glands

• Suture or drain removals

• Take X-rays (positioning, technique, sending to Idexx)

• Be able to discuss with clients basic pet care, our recommendations and why, what the labwork we are running will tell us, and explaining treatments that the doctors want to perform

• Be able to put together estimates for simple procedures like dentals, spay, neuter, mass removals, etc.

• May assist with caring for hospitalized patients under Level 2 supervision.

• Knowledge of all kennel staff duties and assist with them.

Prepare and assist with Euthanasia patients

• Monitoring anesthetized patients under Level 3 supervision

• IV catheter placement w/ clients

• Able to safely perform short sedation procedures

• Clean, Flush and Prep wounds for surgery

• Be able to set up all procedures for doctor and know where all supplies are kept

• Remove porcupine quills and broken toe nails under sedation

• Sedated ear exams - remove foxtails if needed

• Know the care and use of all anesthesia and diagnostic equipment

• Maintain hospitalized patient charges and charts, treatments, and client updates.

• Able to set up each station and surgery for all procedures as needed

• Able to perform all kennel staff duties if needed.

• Answer phone calls that require more knowledge/assist front with phones if possible

• Comfortable dealing with clients in difficult or awkward situations - hospice care, poor diagnosis or death of a pet. Able to act in a professional and compassionate way at all times.

The base hourly range for this position is $19-$22. Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for a periodic bonus.

Accepting applications through 8/1/24

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health's innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.