Veterinary Technician ECC Full Time
About The Position
As a Vet Tech in the ECC department, you will be responsible for collecting samples, placing IV catheters, preparing IV fluids and additives, administering medication, and measuring blood pressure. You must be able to prioritize procedures and delegate tasks. You will triage emergencies, prepare and present estimates, admit patients to the hospital, and discharge patients. You will also assist in preparing diagnostics including radiographs and lab work. This is a fast-paced, collaborative environment where compassion in all levels of patient care is essential. This position offers the opportunity for growth within our emergency and specialty services, with the flexibility of you being able to decide your schedule based on shift availability using our online scheduling program.
Requirements
- Minimum 2-3 years working in a progressive hospital
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to prioritize and adapt to a fast paced, fluid environment
- Possess a good overall knowledge of disease processes, medical math, anesthesia, and pharmacology
- Current CA RVT license or VACSP required
- Must be available to work at least 1-2 holidays or company events per year
Nice To Haves
- 1 yr in ECC/Specialty a plus
Responsibilities
- Collecting samples, placing IV catheters, prepare IV fluids and additives
- Administering medication
- Measuring blood pressure
- Prioritize procedures and delegate tasks
- Triage emergencies, prepare and present estimates, admit patients to the hospital, discharge patients
- Assist in preparing diagnostics including radiographs and labwork
- Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Demonstrate compassion in all levels of patient care
- Triaging incoming patients and managing clients throughout their visit
- Partnering with DVM's in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
- Obtaining and processing laboratory samples such as blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates
- Utilizing different modalities of imaging for patient assessment
- Hourly management of treatments for hospitalized patients
- Executing, monitoring, and recovering assigned sedation and anesthetic events
- Phlebotomy and IV catheter placement in canine and feline patients that are stable or compromised
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
