Relief Veterinary Technician - ER

BluePearl Pet Hospital

115d • $24 - $47

About The Position

BluePearl Pet Hospital is hiring experienced Veterinary Technicians to work in our busy Emergency department. This role is an exciting, fast-paced opportunity that will allow you to utilize the skills that you have worked so hard to gain. You will also have the chance to expand and grow your skills, all while working alongside some of the most talented veterinary professionals. As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you will be responsible for providing care and comfort to critically ill or injured patients, and you will be expected to work in a fast-paced, learning environment.

Requirements

• Experience as a Veterinary Technician.
• Surgery/Anesthesia experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Induce, monitor and recover anesthesia in patients and use anesthesia/monitoring equipment.
• Triage emergency cases as they arrive at the hospital including obtaining vitals such as temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure.
• Perform digital radiography using proper technique including proper positioning of patients.
• Have a complete understanding of normal ranges of patient vital signs, including but not limited to heart and respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure and oxygen saturation.
• Obtain and interpret blood pressure and other vital signs and alert Veterinarian to changes and issues.
• Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.
• Properly calculate medical math (including constant rate infusions) and administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Proficiently perform phlebotomy and place intravenous catheters in all peripheral vessels.
• Place and maintain feeding tubes and central line catheters.
• Mentor and train other co-workers.
• Address client concerns with patience and empathy.

Benefits

• Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• Annual continuing education allowance.
• Free continuing education sessions.
• Access to BluePearl University for training.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Flexible work schedules.
• 401k and retirement planning.
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans.
• Access to a regional licensed social worker for guidance on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees