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Ethos Veterinary Health Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine in West Caldwell, New Jersey
The Animal Emergency & Referral Associates in West Caldwell, NJ is hiring a dedicated and enthusiastic Certified Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine. New graduates are encouraged to apply!
Schedule:
Monday - Friday
Day shift
Compensation is based on experience and skill level. Starting at $25/ hour for Credentialed Technicians. Credentialed Technicians with experience $28- 32/hr.
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:
Managing flow of appointment schedule and communicating with department liaison
Coordinating diagnostics and procedures with Imaging and Anesthesia services
Providing nursing skills and support to specialists with treatment or diagnostic requests
Patient assessment, obtain vital data, IVC placement, phlebotomy, intubations, administering injections, radiology, laboratory, basic anesthesia (prep/ assistance/ monitoring), Recover CPR
Record and communicate patient information accurately into patient medical records
Communicate patient status, changes in status, patient report information accurately and thoroughly with doctor and ICU
Maintain clean, dry, and comfortable surrounding for all patients
Set up and maintain equipment as needed, knowledge of use and care of monitoring/ diagnostic equipment
Safely and effectively restrain patients
Prepare and administer medications and treatments as prescribed by doctors
Collect, prepare, label, and test laboratory specimens as needed
Provide assistance with patient euthanasia and aftercare of remains in a timely manner
Suture removals, ear cleaning, and nail trims
Provide basic client education (nutrition, home care, medication administration, post- op care etc)
Re- stock and maintain cleanliness of specialty department areas
Train less experienced staff members on policies, procedures, technical skills, medical information
Cross- train to assist in other areas of the hospital as needed
Experience & Job Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years experience
Ability to perform all key responsibilities of Technician Assistant
Knowledge of safety procedures and acceptable sanitation/sterilization practices
Comprehension of commonly used medical terminology and equipment
Ability to calculate accurate dosages and injections
Familiarity with CPR and rescue breathing
Ability to take direction from a variety of people under various situations and accurately follow instructions
Capability of anticipating needs of Doctors and Nurses and show initiative
Ability to react quickly and appropriately during emergency situations, and remain calm under pressure
Excellent communication/people skills
Good grooming and hygiene
Must have team-oriented attitude and promote positive culture
Considerable tact and diplomacy in dealing with clients affected by a variety of problems
Ability to work with and without direct supervision
Capability to kneel, bend, and to lift various sizes of animals onto treatment tables, without assistance at times (< 50 lbs)
Education Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Bachelors 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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