Emergency Veterinary Technician - Overnights, Contingent
About The Position
MedVet is seeking a collaborative and driven Emergency Veterinary Technician for contingent (PRN) overnight work. The Emergency team works in a fast-paced environment with varied cases and critical situations. The technician supports patient assessment, treatment, and nursing care; communicates with clients and the patient care team; and performs laboratory and anesthesia-related duties. The role requires prior veterinary experience, efficient work in a fast-paced setting, and flexibility to work additional hours when necessary. A state Registered Veterinary Technician license is preferred, and previous emergency experience is desired. Employment is contingent on passing a drug screen and background check. MedVet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free organization.
Requirements
- Prior veterinary experience.
- Proficiency in calculations, including drug calculations, constant-rate infusions, and unit conversions.
- Flexibility with work hours and ability to work additional hours when necessary.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must pass a drug screen and background check as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- State Registered Veterinary Technician license preferred.
- Previous emergency veterinary experience desired.
Responsibilities
- Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases, and gather additional information as needed.
- Evaluate incoming patients and prioritize them based on assessment.
- Partner with the patient care team regarding treatment plans, client communication, and nursing care concerns.
- Educate clients, including providing home-care instructions, explaining medications and their indications and adverse reactions, and sharing general wellness updates on hospitalized patients.
- Assist the doctor of veterinary medicine with patient assessment, treatment, and procedures.
- Monitor and provide nursing care to hospitalized patients.
- Induce and monitor general anesthesia and sedation procedures.
- Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare samples for outside laboratory testing.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Shift differentials and on-call pay.
- Uniform allowance.
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