Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgical Oncology

Ethos Veterinary Health•Boulder, CO

5d•$28 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Colorado Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) is seeking Surgical Oncology Technicians to join their support team. This role is integral to the Oncology team, ensuring exceptional patient care and providing support across all CASE departments. The technician will play a crucial role in facilitating surgical and medical oncology processes, contributing to the overall success of the hospital. CASE is a state-of-the-art, 35,000+ square-foot specialty and emergency hospital located in Boulder, Colorado, offering advanced care across multiple specialties and 24/7 emergency services. They are intentionally building a culture where people feel supported, respected, and empowered to grow.

Requirements

Must be CVT, LVT, RVT, or PVT certified in Colorado.
1 year + of applicable experience, with an emphasis on anesthesia and experience scrubbing into surgery.
Strong knowledge of basic veterinary practices, procedures, and terminology.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
Exceptional multi-tasking skills, maintaining high-quality standards in patient care and decision-making.
Ability to communicate effectively with CASE staff and team members.
Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Responsibilities

Create accurate patient estimates and treatment plans for surgical oncology cases.
Obtain comprehensive patient medical histories.
Oversee the admission and discharge of patients within the service.
Provide exceptional client communication and education.
Schedule surgeries and advanced imaging for all departments.
Safely restrain patients during procedures.
Perform general venipuncture, peripheral catheter placement, and maintenance.
Demonstrate expertise in bandaging, wound management, and oncology-related disease processes.
Maintain aseptic surgical area preparation and ensure sterilization of supplies.
Assist doctors in maintaining OR sterility and during procedures.
Identify and handle surgical instruments appropriately.
Obtain diagnostics, including bloodwork, radiographs, and other imaging related to consultations.
Handle and submit samples obtained during consultations or surgical procedures accurately.
Conduct pre-anesthesia examinations to assess safety and risk.
Implement prescribed anesthetic plans from pre-surgery through recovery, ensuring effective patient monitoring.
Assess patient pain and develop multimodal analgesic plans.
Set up and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment, ensuring functionality.
Utilize CASE anesthesia monitoring forms and protocols effectively.
Monitor and manage anesthesia-related complications, such as hypotension, using pulse oximetry and capnography.