Thrive Pet Healthcare Largo , FL 33779
Posted 1 week ago
Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists is now hiring a Veterinary Technician to join our growing surgery team!!
Job Summary:
A veterinary technician supports doctors in treatment, surgery, and ICU with medication administration, intubation, IVC placement, venipuncture, anesthetic monitoring, post-anesthetic recovery, charting and much more. They are also expected to understand the use, maintenance, and set-up of equipment and instruments for a variety of procedures. Veterinary technicians support veterinarians in daily patient care. They communicate with clients in person and by phone for follow-up care and patient monitoring.
Patient Care
Care for hospitalized animals, including but not limited to medication administration, observing signs of illness, and controlling the spread of infectious diseases
Perform SQ and IM injections
Perform certain treatments under the supervision of a veterinarian
Perform IVC placement, check for patency and monitor for signs of occlusion
Assess change in animal status
Ensure hospital patients pets go home in an appropriate medical state
Laboratory & Pharmacy
Perform basic in-house lab tests
Collect laboratory samples
Fill out lab reports and logs
Clean lab area
Familiarize with lab equipment
Client Communication Duties:
Professional, cheerful, and helpful attitude when interacting with pet owners
Knowledge of common diseases, their symptoms, and means of transmission
Knowledge of ICU workflow, relationship with specialists, and internal communications
Requirements:
At least two-years experience in a veterinary setting
Licensure preferred but not required
Ability to work full-time Tuesday-Thursday with occasional Friday shifts
Knowledge of common diseases, their symptoms, and means of transmission
Knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile practices, and anesthetic monitoring
We offer an industry-leading benefits package! Apply today!
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