POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Our practice offers specialty procedures not commonly performed in general practice. We use image-guidance to perform non-invasive and minimally invasive procedures on a referral basis only. Image-guidance systems include CT, fluoroscopy, ultrasound and endoscopy. We also treat certain cancers with radiation therapy using HDR brachytherapy with human radiation oncologists consulting. We schedule appointments Monday-Thursdays; meaning we only work 4 days a week, but be prepared as they can be longer days. We are also closed on all major holidays.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Veterinary anesthetist. Placing IV catheters, monitoring surgical fluids, proficiency monitoring vital signs during anesthesia and monitoring patients during recovery.
- Animal restraint. Hold patient for IV catheter placement, restraint during ultrasound and echocardiogram examinations.
- Processing endoscopy equipment. Cleaning and sterilizing delicate equipment.
- Performing CT studies. Patient positioning and setting up CT evaluations.
- Assisting during radiation therapy. Anesthesia monitoring.
- Surgery assistant. Assisting during surgery, operating endoscopy equipment.
- Overall hospital maintenance. Keeping the hospital organized, clean and sterile.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
We are looking for a veterinary technician who is qualified and confident in patient management and monitoring sick, old, critical patients sometimes for long periods of time during anesthesia. Technicians should be cool-headed during stressful situations associated with anesthetic procedures in geriatric patients. Employees should be reliable, punctual, flexible, well trained, and love their job. Prior experience in CT, radiation, and endoscopy equipment is helpful, but not required. However, experience in anesthesia monitoring is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 4x10
- 4x12
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Veterinary technician: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person