Veterinary Technician Overnight - 3rd Shift

SOUTHWEST VETERINARY SURGICAL SERVICE PC•Scottsdale, AZ

1d•$26 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

SVSS is currently looking for an experienced full-time Overnight 3rd Shift Veterinary Technician (CVT strongly preferred) to join our growing privately owned specialty practice. Because SVSS is a specialty animal hospital, prior work experience at a general practice or in specialty Veterinary Medicine is a MUST. SVSS is Arizona's premier veterinary surgical specialty practice. We function as an extension and in partnership with primary care veterinarians to provide consultation, surgical solutions and comprehensive patient care for our patients and their owners. We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional patient and client experience. As an employer, we recognize the importance of hiring like minded individuals with a passion for what we do and how we do it. We recognize the value and diversity of our team and offer competitive wages, a robust benefit package including company subsidized medical, dental and vision insurance, generous company paid time off, paid sick leave, tuition reimbursement, funding for CE credits, CVT licensing reimbursement, a monthly topic focused learning rounds, an established career path, a retirement program with company match and SO MUCH MORE!

Requirements

Minimum 2 - 3+ years’ experience in clinic setting
Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, change management, decision making, customer service, interpersonal relations, oral communication, problem solving, systems thinking, teamwork, initiative, and detail-oriented
Ability to orient and train as needed
Proficiency with computers
Know and use basic medical abbreviations and medical terminology
Ability to read, write and speak the English language fluently
Must be able to work well with others and in stressful situations
Proper restraint of animals
Draw blood
TPR
IV catheter placement
Knowledge and application of medical math
Anesthesia monitoring
Radiograph knowledge and safety
General animal anatomy
Pain Management with animals
Ability to work in a fast past with different personality types
OR etiquette
Aseptic technique
Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Exceptional Customer Service Skills
Availability to travel in the Phoenix metro area based on business need
Ability to deescalate tense situations and resolve conflict
Must be able to lift or carry pets or objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Have the physical strength and ability to stand, walk, sit, kneel, stoop, repeated bending, pushing, pulling, full use of hands/fingers, and reach above shoulders for an entire shift when needed.
Must effectively be able to read, speak, and write in English.
Hearing, vision and speech at a functional level are required to meet the essential functions of the job.

Nice To Haves

CVT strongly preferred
Prior work experience at a general practice or in specialty Veterinary Medicine is a MUST

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional postoperative patient care for hospitalized patients recovering from a variety of specialty surgical procedures.
Perform post-surgical diagnostic lab tests.
Assess and manage patient pain.
Change wound dressings as needed.
Place catheters.
Manage drains.
Take radiographs (x-rays).
Operate and maintain surgical equipment.
Administer fluids.
Give intravenous or intramuscular injections.
Draw blood.
Update patient charts and charges.
Fill prescriptions.
Assist on-call staff with emergency surgery.
Advise pet owners on post-operative care and medication dosages.
Be aware of the risks inherent in working with animals and take proper safety precautions to minimize the potential for injury from bites, scratches, or kicks.
Restrain animals.
Administer and monitor animals under anesthesia.
Assist in surgery.
Deliver compassionate patient care and customer service.