Emergency Veterinary Technician
Company: Encore Vet Group
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Friendship Hospital for Animals is seeking dedicated and
enthusiastic veterinary technicians to join our team. Various
shifts are available in our Emergency/Progressive Care Unit.
Schedules will include at least one weekend day. A successful
candidate would be dedicated to providing a high level of care to
both our patients and clients, have the ability to work in a
fast-paced environment, and be adaptable to a dynamic workload.As a
Patient Care Technician, you will provide compassionate nursing
care to patients hospitalized in the PCU and act as advocate for
all patients in your care. You will assist Urgent care doctors with
exams and perform inpatient and outpatient treatments per their
instruction.What is in it for you?We provide excellent compensation
and generous benefits. Benefits package includes but is not limited
to: medical, dental, vision, hospital provided life insurance,
401K, paid time off, CE compensation, pet care discounts, metro
discounts, and the list goes on!We are located in Tenleytown, DC
with easy access to public transportation and the various
attractions of the city and surrounding area. DC is a dynamic city
with not only a strong sense of history, but also a culture that is
undeniable. If you are looking for work/life balance look no
further for access to numerous museums, landmarks, hiking, biking,
kayaking, breweries, wineries and every food you could ask
for!Signing bonus for LVT/CVT/RVT from ANY state or at least 2
years of applicable experience. Bonus will dispersed half on first
paycheck and half after 90 days of
employment.#INDVETRequirements:Participate in the team with a
positive attitudeTriage incoming patients and perform outpatient
diagnostics and treatmentsPerform technical skills including, but
not limited to, phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, diagnostic
imaging, and blood pressure measurement.Perform CPR under the
direction of the supervising veterinarianUnderstanding of commonly
used medications and basic medical mathAssist Veterinarians in
sedated procedures and other dutiesAide in the training and
mentoring of all assistants and junior technicians.Provide
technical and nursing care to patients while using critical
thinking skills.Provide compassion and excellent client care to the
owners of our patients.Perform hospital sanitation and maintain
treatment stock as needed.Participate in continuing education and
actively work to increase skill set.Generate solutions for problems
or challenges in the department.Other duties as assignedSkills and
Abilities:Must have the following tech skills: Administer
medications orally and through IV with and without IVC, Jugular
venipuncture, Cystocentrisis, Intubation of both dogs and cats.Must
be able to manage patients in a cage bank on your own, provide
updates, conduct rounds, and complete discharges.Animal handling
skills and at least a basic understanding of animal behavior and
low stress handling techniquesAbility to remain calm and multi-task
in a stressful environment.Ability to communicate clearly and
effectively both verbally and in writing with a variety of
individualsAbility to work positively as a team player.Ability to
learn, apply new skills and follow through with
directions/tasksAbility to effectively problem solve and make
decisions as needed.Ability to learn and use computers, technical
machinery and laboratory equipment.Ability to lift 40 lbs.Ability
to stand for 8 hoursby Jobble
Keywords: Encore Vet Group, Tuckahoe , Emergency Veterinary Technician, Professions , Washington, Virginia
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