Certified Veterinary Technician Neurology

Tufts University • North Grafton, MA

91d • $26 - $36

About The Position

Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts provides 24-hour care for pets 365 days of the year. Since 1985 we have offered high quality medical care, consultation, referral, and emergency veterinary services for the care of dogs, cats and exotic pets. The neurology service utilizes state-of-the art diagnostic tests and cutting-edge surgical procedures to provide high quality patient care and customer service. This service provides teaching to veterinary students, interns, and residents, as well as continuing education for veterinary practitioners, veterinary technicians, and the public. The neurology service works in a facility and environment conducive to the study of neurologic disease, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatments in companion animals, and works to promote general awareness about neurologic disease in companion animals in the scientific community and in the general public. This position qualifies for a $2,000 sign on bonus following successful completion of 6 months of employment for newly hired employees.

Requirements

• Mastery of advanced technical and procedural skills in anesthesia.
• Certified Veterinary Technician in good standing.
• Associate OR bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited institution providing training in veterinary technology, veterinary nursing, or veterinary science or degree in a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a certified veterinary technician in an academic or similar environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently when conducting complex tasks, with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent understanding of medical terminology and veterinary pharmacology.
• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional service to both internal and external customers.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic self-starter with a professional attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct students, as determined by student feedback.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with small animal anesthesia, neurology and critical care.
• 3 years of dedicated specialty experience in a busy, fast-paced hospital.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist level skillset in neurology, anesthesia or critical care.
• Experience teaching other technicians, veterinary students, veterinary technician students.
• Fear Free Certification.
• RECOVER Certification.
• Able to work well independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a busy, stressful environment with diverse personalities while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Perform anesthesia for neurology patients, including MRI, surgery, CSF taps, muscle/nerve biopsies, electrodiagnostics, and more.
• Assist the neurologists, residents, interns, staff, and students in carrying out the treatment of clinical (inpatient and outpatient) and surgical cases.
• Train to perform electrodiagnostics tests (brain auditory evoked response tests (BAER) and EEGs).
• Conduct primary technician appointments and assist with the physical examination process.
• Record a complete and accurate patient history in the electronic medical record.
• Instruct veterinary students on neurology topics.
• Perform advanced and more specialized technical procedures with limited direct supervision.
• Make decisions and provide advanced veterinary patient nursing care under minimal supervision.
• Participate in a rotating on-call emergency schedule.
• Monitor, manage and implement treatment plans as ordered by clinicians.
• Assist clinicians with diagnostic and surgical procedures.
• Collaborate with administrative and clinical care team members throughout the hospital.
• Complete diagnostic testing as ordered by clinicians.
• Communicate with clients regarding test results and scheduling.
• Assist clinicians in maintaining complete medical records for all patients.
• Coordinate and prioritize daily husbandry care of inpatients and maintain adequate inventory for the service.
• Facilitate the maintenance of clinical equipment and establish cleaning protocols for the service areas.
• Assist in studies and projects as needed including treating research/laboratory animals.

Benefits

• $2,000 sign on bonus following successful completion of 6 months of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services