Veterinary Surgical Oncology Technician, CASE

Ethos Veterinary Health

6d•$25 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Are you interested in joining a dynamic and fast-paced specialty and emergency hospital? Colorado Animal Specialty and Emergency (CASE) is a rapidly growing, 24/7, 32,000 sq. ft. hospital located in Boulder, Colorado. We are seeking a dedicated an experienced Surgical Oncology Technician to join our team! We're thrilled to announce a major expansion at Colorado Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) in Boulder, CO, marking a new chapter of growth and opportunity! As a Surgical Oncology Technician, you will be an integral part of our Oncology team, ensuring exceptional patient care and providing support across all CASE departments. You will play a crucial role in facilitating the surgical and medical oncology processes, contributing to the overall success of our hospital.

Requirements

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with at least 3 years of applicable experience.
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.

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 appointments, 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.