Veterinary Technician - Surgery
About The Position
BluePearl Pet Hospital in Augusta, GA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our thriving Surgery Team! This position offers up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus based on experience As a Surgery Veterinary Technician, you will: Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values. Utilize your ability to place peripheral intravenous catheter in cephalic vein. Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort. Understand normal vital parameters and alerts doctor when abnormal. Set up intravenous fluids. Administer subcutaneous fluids. Operate all brands of intravenous fluid pumps and can troubleshoot errors. Disconnect and connect patient from intravenous fluids aseptically. Monitor patient response to fluid therapy including signs of overload. Perform additional relevant job responsibilities. Why BluePearl? We offer advanced medicine, ongoing professional development, and pathways for growth. Work alongside passionate specialists and emergency teams, access leading-edge resources, and be part of a culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and exceptional patient care every day.
Requirements
- experienced Veterinary Technician
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
- Utilize your ability to place peripheral intravenous catheter in cephalic vein.
- Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
- Understand normal vital parameters and alerts doctor when abnormal.
- Set up intravenous fluids.
- Administer subcutaneous fluids.
- Operate all brands of intravenous fluid pumps and can troubleshoot errors.
- Disconnect and connect patient from intravenous fluids aseptically.
- Monitor patient response to fluid therapy including signs of overload.
- Perform additional relevant job responsibilities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, + more
- Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals
- Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support
- Company-paid disability coverage
- Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually
- Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
