Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technician

Tufts University • Grafton, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University provides compassionate, high-quality veterinary care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Since 1985, the Foster Hospital for Small Animals has delivered comprehensive medical, specialty, referral, and emergency services for dogs, cats, and exotic animals. Our veterinary technicians play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care, educating and mentoring future veterinary professionals, and collaborating with leading clinicians across a wide range of specialties. As part of an academic teaching hospital, our team contributes to both outstanding clinical care and the education of the next generation of veterinary professionals. Whether you're an experienced technician looking to expand your specialty skills or a recent graduate seeking mentorship and support, Tufts offers opportunities to learn, develop, and thrive in a collaborative academic hospital environment. Looking to take your skills beyond general practice? Our teaching hospital offers exposure to advanced diagnostics, specialty procedures, complex medical cases, and multidisciplinary patient care. You'll have opportunities to cross-train, learn from experienced specialists, and develop your skills in areas that align with your professional interests. This position qualifies for a $3,500 sign on bonus following successful completion of 6 months of employment for newly hired employees.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• 2 years of experience as a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician, or similar technical experience
• Safely restrain all species treated in the hospital
• Assess the attitude and responsiveness of patients being treated
• Obtain vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and capillary refill time
• Phlebotomy and catheter placement
• Dosage calculations for oral and injectable medications
• Fluid therapy monitoring
• Ability to administer oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications
• Comprehensive understanding of medical terminology and familiarity with veterinary pharmacology.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities for several patients within a busy clinical setting.
• Ability to effectively work as a member of a diverse team of clinical and administrative professionals.
• Basic computer skills including the ability to learn the electronic medical record system.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Technology
• Four or more years of ECC veterinary medicine experience
• CVT, LVT, or RVT credential
• Experience in specialty, emergency, referral, or academic medicine
• Fear Free or Low Stress Handling Certification
• Experience with exotic animal species
• Rescue basic life support and advanced life support certified

Responsibilities

• Perform diverse clinical duties in veterinary patient nursing care, as well as more complex technical procedures.
• Contribute to the teaching and instruction of veterinary and technician students, performing basic technical skill and veterinary nursing care.
• Provide high quality patient care including monitoring, managing, and implementing treatment plans as ordered by clinicians.
• Assist clinicians with procedures.
• Collaborate with administrative and clinical care team members throughout the hospital to coordinate and prioritize patient care.
• Complete diagnostic testing as ordered by clinicians including bench-top lab tests.
• Instruct veterinary students and student technicians in all technical aspects of patient care.
• Assist in training, orienting, and mentoring new Veterinary Technicians in all aspects of the department.
• Provide technical assistance in academic and clinical research including treating research/laboratory animals.
• Maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
• Clean and maintain clinical areas including nurses’ stations, wards, intensive care unit, and emergency room.
• Provide coverage for other sections of the hospital as needed.
• Participate in service and hospital wide initiatives as required.
• Complete at least 6 hours of RACE approved CE annually.
• Effectively communicate with clients to provide education, explain treatment plans, and review discharge instructions including medication administration.

Benefits

• Sign on bonus ($3,500 following successful completion of 6 months of employment for newly hired employees)
• Opportunities to learn, develop, and thrive in a collaborative academic hospital environment
• Exposure to advanced diagnostics, specialty procedures, complex medical cases, and multidisciplinary patient care
• Opportunities to cross-train
• Learn from experienced specialists
• Develop skills in areas that align with professional interests
• Continuing education (at least 6 hours of RACE approved CE annually)

What This Job Offers

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