Certified Veterinary Technician - Emergency Day Shift

Madison Veterinary Specialists•Madison, WI

5d•$24 - $27

About The Position

Madison Veterinary Specialists is a growing 24/7 comprehensive, state-of-the-art emergency and AAHA Accredited Specialty Referral hospital partnering with family veterinarians to provide compassionate care for companion animals when they need us most. Plus pays a competitive wage with a $2,500 signing bonus! If expecting the unexpected is your strength, this is the service for you! This highly dynamic team works with our internship-trained emergency veterinarians to provide critical care when our patients need us most. You will fully utilize and grow your skills by learning RECOVER CPR and advanced procedures in this service while being supported by a team of veterinary assistants and kennel assistants. Madison Veterinary Specialists is seeking full time Certified Veterinary Technicians to join our Emergency department. Previous experience is preferred. Madison Veterinary Specialists & Emergency provides a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We are dedicated to providing the highest standard of medical care along with excellent customer service. We offer extensive internal training for each position with competitive wages and benefits packages including medical insurance, flexible scheduling, a 401K match plan, uniforms, and continuing education allowance, as well as discounted pricing for your pet’s care. Wage commensurate with skill and experience. Overnight shifts include a differential pay premium. If you are a licensed veterinary technician looking for the perfect opportunity to hone and expand your skills, such as pursuing your VTS, with a growing practice, forward your resume today! To learn more about our hospital visit mvsvets.com or like us on Facebook. Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace.

Requirements

Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
Good communication skills and enjoy working with people
Enjoy learning new skills and exploring new technologies
Willingness to participate in additional training programs
Educational: Extensive and broad knowledge of animal science, medicine, husbandry, including basic knowledge of pharmacology and sufficient mathematical skills to ensure the administration of accurate drug and fluid dosages. High school diploma or equivalent is required. CVT Licensure or meets eligibility for licensing requirements.
Must be a licensed technician (CVT) and a Veterinarian Technician Specialist in Emergency and Critical Care
5+ years’ experience in Emergency and Critical Care veterinary medicine
Fear Free Certified
Keeps up to date with current medicine by completing continuing education
Good communication skills with coworkers and clients
Can work efficiently and multitask
Ability to uphold MVS Attendance expectations not to exceed 3 unscheduled absences within a 12-week rolling period
Promotes and supports a positive work environment
Can lift and restrain up to 40lbs
Physical: Must have the strength and stamina to lift approximately 50 pounds, walk dogs weighing up to 130 pounds and work on their feet all day.
Ergonomic: An employee in this position must be capable of safely working in environment with potential exposure to hazardous materials, infectious and zoonotic diseases.
Other: An employee in this position must have a sense of caring for animals; be willing and available to stay late or through breaks, when needed, to assist with emergency or critical-care patients is needed. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding clients and patients for whom the practice provides veterinary services. Ability to multi-task, prioritize and delegate while maintaining composure in stressful situations is expected.

Nice To Haves

VTS and higher education is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide input and assist with all aspects of patient care
Excel in technical nursing skills including but not limited to: Venipuncture and Catheter placement.
Ability to obtain accurate radiology views
Effective anesthesia monitoring
Physical examinations and patient assessments
Good Laboratory skill set including but not limited to: Manual differentials, UA
Possess or demonstrate desire to obtain a solid understanding of the common medication used within an emergency & specialty practice
Provide compassionate and timely care for our hospitalized patients