Veterinary Technician Surgery

VCA Animal Hospitals•Hollywood, FL

40d

About The Position

We’re looking for an experienced Credentialed Surgery Technician to join our expanding fast-paced Surgery Department. POSITION SUMMARY: We are looking for a highly skilled surgery technician who is comfortable with critical anesthetic cases including septic abdomens, thoracotomies, etc. This position is for someone who has already worked in a specialty surgery department or in a critical care environment and has managed difficult anesthetic cases. Weekends are required. On-call offers competitive compensation.

Requirements

Anesthetic skills for advanced procedures such as thoracotomies, septic abdomens, etc..
Knowledge of how to use and setup a ventilator.
Basic anesthetic physiology.
Surgical preparation for both soft tissue and orthopedic procedures.
Basic computer skills
Works well under pressure
Able to multi-task
Able to stand on feet much of the day
Able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Maintain positive, upbeat attitude with doctors and team members.
Team Player maintains confidentiality, i.e., patient and staff member information.
Able to communicate in a clear, courteous and professional manner with doctors, staff members and clients in a courteous and professional manner.
Willingness and ability to learn new skills.
Punctual, reliable and flexible

Responsibilities

Anesthesiology monitoring including blood pressure, CO2, SpO2, invasive blood pressure monitoring, ventilator setup and management.
Calculating and administering multiple CRIs.
Performing hands free radiographs.
Surgical preparation for soft tissue and orthopedic procedures.
Drawing blood, placing IV catheters, sedation, intubation.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisors, Management team and or Doctors.