Schedule:
Flexible days/ hours
Compensation is based on experience and skill level. Starting at $25/ hour for Credentialed Technicians with experience.
Position Overview:
The purpose of the position is to provide primary support to the Specialist with diagnostics, treatments, and procedures, while ensuring the best quality of care possible for our patients. The Veterinary Nurse must pay attention to detail and maintain very high standards of cleanliness and care. They must be able to communicate well with doctors and coworkers to ensure overall accuracy and satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
To provide support to the Specialist with incoming consultations and procedures, including but not limited to: Practice “Fear Free” standards and protocolsUnderstand the organization and operations of the departmentAbility to manage the daily OR schedule timely and efficientlyEnsuring the safety and set-up of each induction station and OR scheduled for the dayCompleting pre-operative testing required for anesthesia (blood draws, radiographs, etc)Preparing drugs, fluids, and CRIs for the next surgeryPre-medicating patients, setting IVC, and preparing patients for inductionAssisting Anesthetist with completion of pre-op checklist, induction, and intubation of patientMonitoring patient under good anesthetic plane during surgical preparation and local/regional block administrationHaving the knowledge and ability to identify normal vs abnormal vitals and communicating concerns to the anesthetistDocumenting vitals, recording problems and interventions, ensuring completion of 2nd check listCarry out orders from the anesthetist (i.e. changes in anesthesia, drug administration, etc)Knowledge of proper surgical scrubbing, gowning, and gloving to assist surgeon in ORInstrument and equipment care: cleaning, maintenance, packing, and sterilizationComplete post-operative diagnostics and other ordersRecover each patient smoothly with the ability to intervene if delirium, dysphoria, and/or pain is displayedAbility to properly assess pain, assign pain score, and treat pain if presentKnowing, understanding, and ensuring the surgery scheduling protocols are followedAbility to communicate effectively and put both clients and patients at easeMonitoring the appointment schedule and put appointments in rooms at their scheduled timeEnsuring the doctors stay on time, and have ability to gently and tactfully move things alongAssist doctors with restraint/handling, suture removals, and medication refillsFacilitate bandage changes and radiographs for outpatient rechecksProvide basic client education on nutrition, home care, zoonotic diseases, medication administration, post-operative care, and all other hospital recommendations/protocols, as directed by the SpecialistRe-stock and maintain cleanliness of specialty department area, exam rooms, and all other areas of hospitalTrain less experienced staff members on proper policies, procedures, technical skills, and medical informationCross-train to assist in other areas of the hospital as needed work
Experience & Job Requirements:Minimum of 2 years experienceAbility to perform all key responsibilities of Technician AssistantKnowledge of safety procedures and acceptable sanitation/sterilization practicesComprehension of commonly used medical terminology and equipmentAbility to calculate accurate dosages and injectionsFamiliarity with CPR and rescue breathingAbility to take direction from a variety of people under various situations and accurately follow instructionsCapability of anticipating needs of Doctors and Nurses and show initiativeAbility to react quickly and appropriately during emergency situations, and remain calm under pressureExcellent communication/people skillsGood grooming and hygieneMust have team-oriented attitude and promote positive culture Considerable tact and diplomacy in dealing with clients affected by a variety of problemsAbility to work with and without direct supervisionCapability to kneel, bend, and to lift various sizes of animals onto treatment tables, without assistance at times (< 50 lbs)Education RequirementsHigh school diploma or GEDBachelors and/or Technician Certification preferred
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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