Surgery Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals • Aurora, IL

1d • $27 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

VCA Aurora Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our Specialty Surgery Service! Schedule: Part-time opportunity, 2 x 10 hour weekday shifts. Upon complete training with the Surgery Service (commonly three months), associates will train to perform on-call surgery duties. Bonuses apply! Position Overview: As a Surgery Veterinary Technician, you’ll be an essential part of our specialized team, working closely with our Surgeons to deliver outstanding care to patients with complex and elective surgical procedures.

Requirements

• 2+ years of clinical experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) or eligible to sit for the VTNE.
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia protocols, patient monitoring, and surgical prep

Responsibilities

• Assist in pre and post surgical examinations and diagnostic procedures such as radiographs and CT.
• Complete pre-operative anesthesia planning.
• Calculate drug dosages and administer pre/induction medications.
• Calculate and deliver constant rate infusions.
• Monitor and adjust anesthesia levels during surgeries, ensuring the safety and well-being of the patients (heart rate, respiratory rate, end-tidal/inspired CO2, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, body temperature, basic ECG tracings).
• Provide pre-operative patient assessments, IVC, administer medications as directed, intubation, and assist in post-operative recovery and care.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of surgical procedures, anesthesia protocols, and patient vitals.
• Client education and communication
• Perform or be trained in safe practice of locoregional anesthesia technique, arterial catheterization, and CPCR.
• Collaborate effectively with all departments to ensure seamless patient care.

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed