Certified Veterinary Technician - $500 Sign-On Bonus Available!

Van Lue Veterinary Surgical • Oviedo, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Van Lue Veterinary Surgical is a surgical referral practice seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician or someone with similar experience level. This position is eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus, payable after successful completion of the 90-day probationary period. Extensive experience with basic lab work, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy and patient care is expected. We are seeking an individual who has advanced anesthesia nursing skills, the ability to multi-task and maintain a professional demeanor in a sometimes stressful environment. You must be flexible and willing to take on diverse responsibilities, with a desire to grow professionally.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or equivalent licensure (RVT, LVT)
• Computer and typing skills
• Basic knowledge of veterinary terminology and procedures
• Lifting and carrying patients and equipment up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time
• Extensive experience with basic lab work, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy and patient care
• Advanced anesthesia nursing skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Maintain a professional demeanor in a sometimes stressful environment
• Flexible and willing to take on diverse responsibilities
• Desire to grow professionally

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience as a surgical technician in a surgical specialty hospital or academic university position
• Prior experience with surgical/referral pets and pet owners

Responsibilities

• General anesthesia including pre-anesthetic/induction protocols, intubation, and proper preparation, use, and maintenance of anesthesia machines
• Analgesic protocols including the calculation and administration of CRIs
• Monitoring of anesthesia (experience with ECG, spO2, BP, etc)
• Being responsible for anesthetic recovery
• Preparation of patients for surgery - proper clipping, prep/scrub, and positioning
• Proficient in sterile gowning and gloving, comfortable everyday experience with surgical asepsis and aseptic technique with regard to the patient and operating room environment
• Experienced in taking radiographs
• Assisting with surgical reports
• Use of practice management software
• Owner communication, patient admission and discharge

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Competitive wages
• Medical, dental, vision, dependent care FSA, and short-term disability benefit options
• Various voluntary benefit offerings, including hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, etc.
• 401K with employer match
• CE opportunities
• Uniforms
• Discounts on services and medications for employee pets
• $500 sign-on bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED