Surgery Veterinary Technician

MedVet • Austin, TX

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About The Position

MedVet is seeking a collaborative and driven Surgery Veterinary Technician for its fast-paced surgery team. The role provides opportunities to train in multiple facets of the department and interact with other hospital teams. The technician serves as a liaison between surgeons and clients, communicates about treatment plans and financial obligations, and provides post-operative care instructions. The position includes clinical, administrative, and operating-room responsibilities.

Requirements

• Prior veterinary experience 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.
• Employment is dependent on passing a drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

• State Registered Veterinary Technician license preferred.
• Previous surgery experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage appointments, obtain patient histories, maintain medical records, invoice clients, and discharge patients.
• Fill medications, enter charges, maintain accurate medical records, and schedule appointments.
• Create patient releases and discuss treatment plans and financial obligations with clients.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including shaving, scrubbing, and positioning; assist with intubation and radiographs.
• Perform blood draws and submit bloodwork.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and complete.
• Open, turn over, and clean operating rooms; clean instruments and wrap packs.
• Communicate between surgeons and clients and deliver post-operative care instructions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Vision and dental insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (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
• Company-paid long-term disability
• Continuing education opportunities and assistance program

What This Job Offers

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