ER Inpatient Technician- Days, AESC
About The Position
The ER Inpatient Technician’s primary responsibility is to provide care for the hospitalized patients that are deemed stable according to the veterinarian’s evaluation and AESC’s defined levels of hospitalization. This individual will assess patients and facilitate treatments under the direction of the supervising veterinarian. They will have excellent communication with the supervising veterinarian and address concerns with the patients as they arise. The ER Inpatient Technician is expected to work with all doctors, technicians, and assistants to perform diagnostics and execute treatment plans for the hospitalized patient.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of Veterinary Technician experience required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Colorado Registered Veterinary Technician or the ability to become registered upon hire
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 Veterinary Technician experience in an Emergency or Specialty Practice
Responsibilities
- Provides excellent patient care to every hospitalized patient.
- Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments and procedures that need to be done.
- Perform standard technician duties including patient restraint, venipuncture, SQ Fluids, radiographs, medication administration as ordered by a veterinarian, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications by veterinarian orders.
- Collaborate with all departments across the hospital to ensure that all patients receive the best possible patient care.
- Immediately respond to and assist with STAT calls and follow the appropriate patient care protocols.
- Maintain accurate paperless medical records utilizing EzyVet and Smartflow.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of medical and financial practices, including creating estimates and discussing with the owners, collecting payment, and discharging patients.
- Demonstrate compassion and care in all interactions.
- Attending department and staff meetings.
- Contribute to the overall needs, cleanliness, and organization of the hospital.
- Perform sedation and anesthesia according to established hospital protocols (induction, maintenance, monitoring and recovery).
- Other duties as needed.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance to keep you and your family covered.
- 401(k) with Matching to help you plan for your future.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for additional personal and professional support.
- Continuing Education (CE) : Annual CE hours to advance your skills.
- CE allowance for training and certifications.
- Uniform Allowance to ensure you’re always prepared.
- Shift Differential Pay for added compensation.
- Generous paid time off, including:
- Sick Days
- Vacation Days
- Bereavement Leave
- Holiday Premium Pay for working during special times of the year.
- On-Call Incentives for additional opportunities.
- License Reimbursement for required certifications.
- Referral Program to reward you for helping us grow our team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
