Emergency & Advanced Care Veterinary Technician
POSITION SUMMARY: Emergency Technicians work closely with our veterinarians and assist them throughout each shift with patients and cases. They provide nursing care to our hospitalized patients and medical boarders. Technicians help educate clients on responsible pet care. Ensure each pet receives all doctor recommendations correctly and in an efficient and timely manner.
POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
PROVIDE PATIENT CARE:
PERFORM DIAGNOSTICS
PROVIDE CLIENT SERVICE
MAINTAIN ICU/TREATMENT
SUPPORT DVMS & TEAM MEMBERS
Perform any additional tasks as needed by the Department Manager, veterinarian, or any other member of the management team.
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS: Performance will be evaluated at the end of the initial 90 day probationary period. Performance will also be assessed after the completion of six months of employment as well as annually from the date of hire. Performance will be evaluated based upon the following: attendance, punctuality, dependability, job performance, client care, teamwork, and progress of job knowledge.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Veterinary Technicians must be able to be on their feet for long periods of time. Work often exposes Veterinary Technicians to extreme weather conditions, slippery floors, unpleasant odors, and excessive noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, aggressive pets, fleas and ticks, parasites and animal waste; may also be exposed to hazardous chemicals, allergens, contagious diseases and blood borne pathogens
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Veterinary Technicians must be capable of handling small and large animals and to control pets without risk of harm to themselves, other employees, clients, or the pet. Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds. Work often requires repeated bending, lifting, reaching, squatting and standing and sitting for long periods of time as well as general ergonomic risks.
TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND JOB AIDS: Technicians must be willing and able to use the following: ECG, blood pressure instrument, anesthesia machines, x-ray equipment, Life Window, fluid pump, dental equipment, Autoclave, suction machines, laser, SPO₂ monitor, defibrillator, Idexx lab equipment, computer, general office equipment.
MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Considerable tact and diplomacy is required for personal interactions with visitors, other staff members, and clients affected by a variety of issues.
Written communication skills and knowledge of the spelling and meaning of commonly used terminology.
Basic computer skills required.
Ability to safely and competently operate equipment pertinent to carrying out their duties, including but not limited to laboratory equipment, anesthesia, and dental equipment, and x-ray equipment.
Identify physical symptoms or medical problems, read medical instruments, and follow handwritten instructions
Able to read, analyze and interpret medical files and understand medical terminology
Work energetically for the entire assigned shift, sometimes exceeding 10 hours per day
Respond and quickly react to frequent auditory signals, warnings, or communication from other staff, animals or medical equipment
Ability to read pet body language and use in controlling/handling individual animal temperament.
Have ability to gain animal confidence when restraining them for transport, boarding, or treatment.
reading, writing, ability to count, mathematical ability
Stress management in emergency/stressful situations
Organizational ability and problem solving
Ability to work on a team
Knowledge and application of medical procedures, including but not limited to: anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, radiology
Maintain confidentiality of information pertaining to patients, clients, hospital business, and team members
AVAILABILITY NEEDS: Day shifts and overnight shift available. Full time and part time position availability requirements may vary.
REPORTS TO: Department Manager
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Veterinary Assistants in absence of Department Manager
BACKGROUND CHECKS: EMPLOYMENT IN THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFULLY PASSING A BACKGROUND AND CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK.
DRUG TESTS: ANIMAL MEDICAL HOSPITAL IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE. ALL POTENTIAL EMPLOYEES MUST SUBMIT AND PASS A PRE-PLACEMENT DRUG TEST.