Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine

Ethos Veterinary Health•Hillsborough, NJ

2d•$30 - $35

About The Position

Red Bank Veterinary Hospital in Hillsborough, NJ is hiring a full- time Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding Internal Medicine team! We offer a generous sign- on bonus for qualified candidates - $5,000! Looking for a new opportunity with a positive and fun team? You've come to the right place! Red Bank Veterinary Hospital Hillsborough is seeking a full time experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine department. Our team is comprised of dedicated veterinary professionals that put an emphasis on making the appointment a positive patient experience. Who We’re Looking For: A technician with at least 5 years of experience in Internal Medicine OR A licensed/certified veterinary technician ( LVT/CVT ) with a strong interest in Internal Medicine Schedule: Rotating Schedule: Week 1 = Monday - Thursday 8am - 6pm Week 2 = Tuesday - Friday 8am - 6pm. Position Overview: The ideal candidate is an experienced Veterinary Technician with at least 5 years of anesthesia experience , who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about patient care. This role supports a dynamic internal medicine team and will involve a wide range of responsibilities, from technical procedures to direct client communication. Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

Requirements

2 years' experience in Internal Medicine
Excellent veterinary nursing and technician skills.
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
Strong computer skills.
Strong ability to multi- task.
Clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery.
Proficient IV catheter placement, and accurate drug calculations & calculations.
Quality nursing and husbandry care of patients.
Strong working knowledge of veterinary procedures and pharmacology.
Perform in- hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for outside labs.
Perform and/ or participate in all other diagnostics such as radiology, ultrasound, ECG, BP, and glucose monitoring.
Monitor anesthesia.
Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights as well as providing client education.
Provide nursing care for in- hospital patients including all veterinarians requested treatments, diagnostics, and medication.
Accurately and completely record all treatments.
Conduct pre- admission exams and discharge hospitalized patients.
Updates clients appropriately.
Maintain legally defensible medical records in cooperation with veterinarians.
Actively engage in nursing rounds.