Anesthesia Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Veterinary Referral Center (VRC) is a comprehensive, referral specialty & emergency critical care veterinary hospital in Malvern, Pennsylvania. We are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for appointments, advanced imaging, surgery and emergency/critical care services. At our hospital, you'll be working alongside a large team of experienced & board-certified veterinarians with advanced specialized training who utilize the latest innovations in medicine and technology to treat companion animals. Our veterinary services include trauma treatment and critical care, medical oncology, radiation therapy oncology, cardiology, internal medicine, ophthalmology, orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, dentistry/oral surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, MRI and CT, endoscopy, rehabilitation, and emergency services. We are looking to add a skilled Anesthesia Veterinary Nurse to join our exceptional surgery team! By joining VRC you will be supported by a team of excellent nurses and assistants along with experienced, board-certified veterinarians. We utilize the latest innovations in medicine and technology to treat companion animals on an emergency basis and/or long term ailments.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of veterinary nursing experience, preferably in anesthesia or 3+ years of nursing experience.
- Proficient in venipuncture & IVC placement.
- Thorough knowledge of veterinary medicine, sedatives, anesthetics, etc.
- Utilize proper handling/restraint.
- An understanding of animal behavior.
- Broad knowledge of small animal surgery, disease processes and medicine.
- Comfortable with dosages and calculations, including CRI's and IVF additives.
- Flexible, adaptable, self-motivated, and a team player.
Nice To Haves
- Fear free familiarity is a plus!
Responsibilities
- Provide anesthesia support to the surgery team.
- Administer sedatives and anesthetics.
- Monitor patient vital signs during procedures.
- Perform venipuncture and IVC placement.
- Handle and restrain animals properly.
- Calculate dosages for medications, including CRI's and IVF additives.
- Assist with treatment as needed when on call.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- 401(k) with a company match!
- Employee assistance program
- Generous employee pet care discount at 80%
- Flexible schedule
- FSA/HSA
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Uniform allowance for full time and part time employees
- Paid holidays/paid time and a half for working holidays
- CE allowance up to $2500 per year, based on licensure!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
