Dermatology Veterinary Technician I/II (CARE)
About The Position
The Small Animal Hospital is recruiting a veterinary technician for the Dermatology service. Technicians provide assistance for all examinations, treatments, and procedures with our faculty, house officers, and veterinary students. Additionally, they are an integral member of the educational team for our students too. The opportunity to work in the dermatology specialty provides our technicians the opportunity to advance their career in their desired field. Overall access to the wide range of treatments and services offered through this service makes it a great opportunity for those considering or already have their specialization (VTS). Example of Veterinary Technician Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to: Assist with patient evaluations or rechecks by assisting in patient restraint, obtaining and submitting samples, scheduling with other services for diagnostic or consultation purposes, and providing treatment or medications Perform general nursing care such as venipuncture, catheter placement, patient restraint, treatments, medication administration, and sample collection Document in electronic medical records Perform skin scrapes and cytology Assist with deep ear flushes, otoscopic exams, biopsies, intradermal skin testing, laser procedures Prepare allergens for intradermal skin testing and make allergy vaccines Allergy vaccine administration demonstration and education with clients Safely handle and assist with exams on both small and large animal patients Perform basic anesthesia and sedation procedures including patient monitoring and recovery The service receives Monday - Friday. May require working earlier than 8:00am or later than 5:00pm This is a full-time, benefited position and is considered essential personnel. A post-offer education verification, background check, and health assessment are required. This is a CARE position offering limited benefits, including health insurance and paid time off. When appropriate certifications are achieved, promotional opportunities to a level II title may be available. This position will also become eligible for transition into a TEAMS (staff) salary plan.
Requirements
- Veterinary Technician I: High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience
- Veterinary Technician II: Credentialed veterinary technician
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate from an accredited American Veterinary Medical Association program for veterinary technology OR
- Credentialed veterinary technician
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient evaluations or rechecks by assisting in patient restraint, obtaining and submitting samples, scheduling with other services for diagnostic or consultation purposes, and providing treatment or medications
- Perform general nursing care such as venipuncture, catheter placement, patient restraint, treatments, medication administration, and sample collection
- Document in electronic medical records
- Perform skin scrapes and cytology
- Assist with deep ear flushes, otoscopic exams, biopsies, intradermal skin testing, laser procedures
- Prepare allergens for intradermal skin testing and make allergy vaccines
- Allergy vaccine administration demonstration and education with clients
- Safely handle and assist with exams on both small and large animal patients
- Perform basic anesthesia and sedation procedures including patient monitoring and recovery
Benefits
- health insurance
- paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
