Emergency Veterinary Technician, AER

Ethos Veterinary Health•Bradenton, FL

35d•$20 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Animal ER of University Park located in Bradenton, FL is searching for a V eterinary Technician to join our team! You are passionate about learning and growth in the veterinary industry and caring for animals. You can easily adapt to the different needs of each patient and are able to remain composed during stressful and emotional situations. You are committed to outstanding client service, exceptional patient care and really want to make a difference ! You understand the importance of maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people that share that same value. At Animal Emergency of University Park, we have built our reputation for excellence through a commitment to exceptional client care delivered by a dedicated and passionate staff. We have worked hard to create an inclusive environment where our team can work collaboratively and support one another in successes big and small. We value the diverse experiences and skills that each team member has to offer. Come experience our supportive environment that will encourage you to be the best technician you can be! Come see our BRAND NEW state-of-the-art facility !!!

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years working as a veterinary technician, preferably in emergency medicine.
CVT certification is prioritized.
An understanding of all basic veterinary knowledge, including restraint, phlebotomy, anesthesia, laboratory equipment and procedures, etc.
Attention to detail, with strong communication skills with both clients and team members
Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.

Responsibilities

Use understanding of common diseases and conditions, physical assessments, and monitoring parameters to accurately triage incoming patients.
Administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications and understand potential adverse effects of medications, set-up, monitor, and administer intravenous fluid therapy including, constant rate infusions and blood transfusion therapies, perform advanced diagnostic techniques including ultrasonography and paracentesis.
Participate in giving and receiving patient rounds to ensure continuity of care, be trained to properly perform all aspects of CPR, collect samples and perform diagnostic tests including in-house & point-of-care tests and diagnostic imaging, perform nursing care tasks such as placing and/or maintaining urinary catheters, nasogastric tubes, nasal oxygen tubes, chest and abdominal tubes.
Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot oxygen cages and other oxygen administration techniques, administer, monitor, and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation for patients with varied levels of risk.
Perform advanced vascular access techniques including jugular catheter placement, sampling line placement, central line placement, intraosseous catheterization, and arterial catheterization.