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Veterinary Technician - Emergency

8 days ago

Jacksonville

Job Description WHO WE NEED We LOVE to train! We are looking for an individual who... • Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain., • Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis., • Is well-spoken and approaches his/her job duties in a mature nature., • Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members., • Has excellent client communication skills., • Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position., • Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases., • Can provide compassionate care to patients and clients., • Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks., • Can prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas., • Can perform physical assessments; record observations in computer., • Can effectively restrain pets even when large or difficult., • Understands all common vaccinations and vaccination protocols and can explain to clients., • Understands the importance of a clean and orderly facility, does not hesitate to clean or organize as part of a normal job duty., • Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees., • Gives SQ, IM and IV injections., • Can handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate., • Can prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients supporting hospital financial policies., • Can explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions., • Understands usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and can readily explain them to the clients., • Can maintain an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by the inventory control system., • Can assist the veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids., • Can properly care for all surgical materials; keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery., • Can perform clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures; draws blood for laboratory analysis; maintains file of lab test results and ensures that test results are recorded in patient records., • Can effectively position for and take radiographs., • Can place IV catheters and properly care for them. Understands the use and care of IV pumps as well., • Can prepare a patient and machines involved in advanced procedures, such as with endoscopy, ultrasound, blood gas analysis, coagulation profile, and digital cytology., • Knows common disease states and can alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients., • .Can calmly and effectively work as part of a medical crisis team in performing CPR., • Can appropriately hospitalize critical patients and notify attending DVM of any changes to patient state., • Expansive customer service skills, • Phlebotomy techniques for canines and felines, • Abdominal, thoracic, orthopedic and dental radiology, • Ultrasonography, • Dental scaling and polishing, • Medical record-keeping, • Canine and feline animal restraint, • Animal anatomy and physiology, • Canine and feline animal diseases and conditions, • Anesthetic preparation, intubation, and anesthetic monitoring, • Diagnostic sampling and analysis: fecal flotation, urinalysis, skin scraping, cytology, fungal culture, PCV, blood smear, fine needle aspirate, and more!, • Medical terminology, • Pharmacology, • Emergency and critical care, • Vaccines and vaccination schedules, • Fluid therapy procedures, • Basic grooming services, • IV catheter placement in canines and felines, • Laser therapy BENEFITS • Health insurance, • Vision insurance, • Dental insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • 401(k) matching, • Discounts on veterinary care, daycare, boarding and grooming for personal pets, • Tuition sponsorship for a Veterinary Technology Associate's Degree from Penn Foster College, • Advancement opportunities, • Unlimited continuing education opportunities, • Tickets to local sports games, including Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Icemen, • Participation in community events, fundraisers and donation drives, • Annual salary raises based upon performance, growth and attitude, • 3-day work week (enjoy 4 days off!), • Birthdays off!, • Family-feel environment Schedule requirements • 40 hours per week, • 3 days per week, • Shift is 12:00pm to 12:00am., • Overtime available, • Holiday pay on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and the Fourth of July Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Continuing education credits, • Dental insurance, • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Health savings account, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Professional development assistance, • Tuition reimbursement, • Uniform allowance, • Vision insurance Experience: • Veterinary technician: 1 year (Required) Shift availability: • Night Shift (Required) Compensation details: 18-25 Hourly Wage PIf07402cbc294-25405-39208945

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