Emergency Service Veterinary Nurse

University of Pennsylvania•Philadelphia, PA

1d•$20 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Service Veterinary Nurse performs emergency and anesthesia procedures in support of routine and urgent cases. The role assists with triage, treatment preparation, and ongoing patient monitoring, and may occasionally assume supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

For Veterinary Technician B: CVT and 2–3 years of experience. The posting also lists qualifications for other technician levels: Veterinary Technician A requires CVT or board eligibility, with board exams to be taken within 3 months of hire, and 0–1 years of experience; Veterinary Technician C requires CVT and 3–5 years of experience; Veterinary Technician D requires CVT and 5–8 years of experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient care and critical care, including arterial, IV, and urinary catheterization; chest tube placement, setup, and evacuation; administration of sedatives and anesthesia; and radiology.
Anticipate and identify medical complications.
Perform initial assessments of patients’ conditions.
Develop familiarity with and use emergency clinical laboratory and emergency service equipment.
Perform receptionist duties, including processing patient charges and discharges.
Assist with clinical research activities.
Communicate with clients and interact with referring veterinarians, faculty, and senior staff.
May assume occasional supervisory responsibility.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Tuition assistance for the employee, spouse, and dependent children at Penn, and for dependent children at other institutions.
Basic, matching, and supplemental retirement plans.
Substantial time away from work during the year.
Long-term care insurance.
Wellness and work-life programs and resources.
Professional and personal development resources.
Access to University resources, cultural activities, libraries, and athletic facilities, including free or discounted activities.
Discounts and special services, including arts and entertainment, transportation, and other goods and services.
Flexible work options and hours.
Forgivable home-ownership loan for eligible employees buying a home or residing in West Philadelphia.
Adoption assistance reimbursement for eligible expenses, for up to two adoptions in the household.