Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health•Parker, CO

5d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgery Technician supports three board certified surgeons and the related patient care of surgical cases. The surgery team is a dynamic group within an ER and Specialty Hospital that has a busy caseload of elective and emergency procedures. The surgery technicians participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation. The Surgery Technician assists with various surgeries including soft tissue, orthopedic, laparoscopic, and other advanced surgeries.

Requirements

At least THREE YEARS of veterinary technician experience is REQUIRED
At least TWO YEARS of veterinary technician experience is REQUIRED in a surgical setting
Registered Veterinary Technician, in Colorado, or the ability to become registered upon hire.
Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology REQUIRED
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 running anesthesia in a Specialty Hospital with board certified surgeons
Experience with more critical anesthesia
Ability to multitask and anticipate the department's needs.
Excellent communication.
Experience using Medical Record and Whiteboard programs in a veterinary setting.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Anesthesiologist and Surgeons, administers medication and manages/monitors patients during surgical procedures—including pre and post op care and anesthesia recovery.
Facilitates patient care of outpatient appointments for surgeons—consults and rechecks.
Performs IV, IM and SubQ injections, IV catheter placements and advanced veterinary technician skills (arterial catheter placement, epidural administration, splint placements).
Performs radiographs.
Assists with all types of surgery, anesthesia, and other procedures as needed.
Participate in surgery team responsibilities that facilitate efficient patient care: setting up and turning over Operating Rooms, preparing exam rooms and instruments, completing daily safety and cleaning duties.
Perform and assist with all aspects of animal restraint for exams and procedures.
Utilizes Ezyvet and Smartflow for documentation of patient care.
Communicates with clients, including financial estimates and collecting payment.
Interfaces with and assists other departments within the hospital as needed.
Other duties as needed.