Emergency Veterinary Assistant — Fast-Paced ICU & Growth

Brief Media, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k and retirement planning

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Pennsylvania seeks a knowledgeable Emergency Veterinary Assistant to triage emergencies, assist DVM, and deliver compassionate care in a fast-paced setting.

You will perform diagnostics, manage ICU patients, discharge or transfer cases, and communicate clearly with clients while staying current with anesthesia and CPR guidelines; growth and leadership development are encouraged in our team.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.
• Understand classification of commonly used medications, associated side effects and appropriately monitors therapeutic response.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrates proficiency in designated role as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Pennsylvania seeks a knowledgeable Emergency Veterinary Assistant to triage emergencies, assist DVM, and deliver compassionate care in a fast-paced setting.

You will perform diagnostics, manage ICU patients, discharge or transfer cases, and communicate clearly with clients while staying current with anesthesia and CPR guidelines; growth and leadership development are encouraged in our team.