Nursing & ICU Veterinary Technician

MedVet • South Salt Lake, UT

5d

About The Position

MedVet is seeking a collaborative and driven Nursing/ICU Veterinary Technician to provide nursing care for hospitalized patients in a fast-paced emergency and specialty veterinary environment. The department requires constant patient supervision to ensure treatment plans are followed. The role involves recognizing patient distress and responding appropriately, along with phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, assisting with recovery, and client follow-up and education. The position is listed for days.

Requirements

• Prior veterinary experience is required.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• State Registered Veterinary Technician license preferred.
• Previous nursing or critical care experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases, and gather additional information as necessary.
• Evaluate incoming patients and prioritize care based on assessment.
• Partner with the patient care team regarding treatment plans, client communication, and nursing care concerns.
• Educate clients on home care instructions, medications and their indications and adverse reactions, and wellness updates for hospitalized patients.
• Assist the DVM 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

• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• HSA, FSA, and Independent Care Spending.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Shift differentials and on-call pay.
• Uniform allowance.
• Employee pet discounts and pet insurance.
• Elective short-term disability, life and accident insurance, and company-paid long-term disability.
• Continuing education opportunities and assistance program.
• Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus based on skillset and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed