Veterinary Technician, Emergency & Critical Care Per Diem

Ethos Veterinary Health•Parker, CO

2d•$25 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC) is a 24/7 Emergency Care Veterinary Hospital with 7 different Specialties. The AESC Team is growing, and we are seeking motivated, positive and compassionate individuals to join our team. Our Nursing staff is essential and important to us, just as the care they provide to the pets and clients in our community. We are offering competitive wages, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive environment with an empathic and positive Management team.

Requirements

At least ONE YEAR of veterinary technician experience is REQUIRED to be considered for this role!
Registered Veterinary Technician, in Colorado, or the ability to become registered upon hire.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of Veterinary Technician experience in a Specialty Hospital, preferably in an ER Dept.
Ability to multitask and anticipate the department's needs.
Excellent communication.
Experience using Medical Record and Whiteboard programs in a veterinary setting.

Responsibilities

Provides excellent patient care to every patient
Triage patients as they come into the ER with appropriate medical decision making and escalation to ER doctor as appropriate.
Obtaining history and vital signs of the pet
Assist DVM’s with exams, treatments and procedures
Immediately respond to STAT calls and follow the appropriate patient care protocols
Perform standard technician duties including patient restraint, venipuncture, SQ Fluids, radiographs, medication administration as ordered by a Veterinarian, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications by veterinarian orders
Perform sedation and anesthesia according to established hospital protocols (induction, maintenance, monitoring and recovery).
Maintain accurate paperless medical records utilizing EzyVet and Smartflow
Demonstrate working knowledge of financial and charging practices including creating estimates and discussing with the owners, collecting payment and discharging patients.
Collaborate with all departments across the hospital to ensure that all patients are receiving the best possible patient care
Demonstrate compassion and care in all interactions
Attend department and staff meetings
Contribute to the overall needs, cleanliness and organization of the hospital.
Other duties as needed.