General Practice / Small Animal Clinical

The Society of Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeons; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Uniforms provided

Continuing education

Online training

Pet care discounts

Employee assistance program

Wellness coach

Work-life balance

Job summary

Four Seasons Veterinary Specialists in Loveland, CO is seeking an Overnight Emergency/ICU Veterinary Technician to thrive in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role involves caring for unstable patients, triaging emergencies, assisting with anesthesia, diagnostics and treatments, and supporting internal medicine, surgery, oncology, cardiology, and radiology departments. RVT certification required.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification is required.
• Minimum 2 years' recent veterinary practice experience.
• Proficient in IV catheter placement, blood draws, lab work, anesthesia monitoring, and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatments and oversee nursing care for hospitalized patients.
• Assist with general anesthesia and diagnostic/surgical procedures.
• Perform lab work and specimen collection; maintain accurate records.
• Explain procedures, fees, and hospital policies to clients; provide compassionate client education.
• Prepare estimates, dispense medications, and assist with patient discharge.
• Escort patients and clients to reception and explain the checkout process.

Skills

IV catheter placement

Blood draws

Laboratory tests

Anesthesia monitoring

Triage

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

2+ years veterinary practice experience

Tools

Instinct software

Job description

OurMission:ToProvideExcellenceinCarewith Love.

Weachievethis by:

• Practicingthehighestqualityteam-based care;
• Creatingonepracticewithinamulti-specialty environment;
• Caringforourpatients,eachother,ourclients,andourfamily veterinarians;
• AsamemberoftheFourSeasonsVeterinarySpecialiststeam,yourdesireformedicineand kindness for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
• We offer competitive compensation along with a SIGN ON BONUS, comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, matching retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave, uniforms, continuing education allowances,onlinetraining,personalpetcarediscounts,employeeassistanceprogram,onsite wellness coach, great work-life integration and more!

In addition to consistent scheduling and wage increases for retention and job leveling, wealsooffera$7.00shiftdifferentialforhoursworkedbetween12:00AMand5:00 AM!!

Weareanorganizationthattakesprideinourcollaborationandcohesionwithintheworkplace and we are excited to add another skilled and motivated individual to our team!

We’relookingforaskilled,andteam-orientedOvernightEmergency/ICUTechnicianwhothrives in a fast-paced emergency and critical care environment.

This role involves caring for unstable and critically ill patients, triaging emergencies, monitoring hospitalized pets, running diagnostics, administering treatments, and providing high-quality nursingcare.Thetechnicianwillalsosupportspecialtydepartmentsincludinginternalmedicine, surgery, oncology, cardiology, and radiology.

The ideal candidate is confident in IV catheter placement, blood draws, lab work, anesthesia monitoring,andmedicationadministration.Strongcommunicationskillsareequallyimportant, as this role includes admitting and discharging patients and providing compassionate client education and support.

Ifyou'resomeonewhostayscalmunderpressureandvaluesworkingalongsideateamyoucan rely on during the toughest moments, we'd love to hear from you!

DUTIESAND RESPONSIBILITIES

Hospital

• Administertreatmentsandoverseecare,cleanlinessandfeedingof patients.
• Assistwithgeneralanesthesiaandmedical,imagingandsurgical procedures.
• Perform specimen collection and laboratory tests, including blood work, microbiology, urinalysisandfecalanalysis.Completeadministrativetasksforoutsidelaboratorywork.
• Keeptreatmentrecordsuptodate,andtheappropriateveterinariansandstaffinformed of any changes.
• Communicatewithclientsandotherinvolvedpartiesregardingthestatusandplanforall assigned hospitalized patients.
• Assurethatallequipmentisfunctioningandingood repair.
• Helpwithcleaningandre-stockingofexamrooms.Makesurethatappropriate instruments and equipment are available.
• Ensurethatcagesandrunsarecleanand disinfected.
• Maintainhospitalcleanlinessbyperforminglaundrydutiesandensuringtheparkinglot, west patio, and fenced yard remain orderly.

Appointments

• Greetclientswarmlyandweighthepatient.Escortthemtoaclean,preparedexam room.Explain the Four Seasons appointment process.
• Recognizewhenanincomingpatientrequiresimmediatemedicalattentionand action.
• Provideassistancetoclientsasneededwithpatienttransportfromtheirvehicleintothe hospital.
• Reviewandmakeneededcorrectionstopatientandclient information.
• Obtainhistory,diagnostictestresultsandanyotherpertinentinformation.Haveany radiographs and other images ready to display.
• Utilizeactivelisteningskills.Discernanypotentialquestionsorconcernsandclearly communicate to resolve them proactively.Offer reassurance to distressed clients.
• Knowledgablyanswerquestionsaboutourhospital’sservicesandfees.Promptlyrefer more specific or in-depth questions to the appropriate veterinarian or staff.
• Reviewpertinentinformationwiththereceiving veterinarian.
• Assistwithpatientrestraintandanyotherneededtasksduringthe appointment.
• Prepareestimatesandreviewwithclients.Answerany questions.
• Prepareanddispenseprescriptionmedications.Explaintheiradministrationandanswer any questions.
• Explainanyotherinstructionsandtreatmentplans.Answerany questions.
• Escortclientsandpatientstothereceptionareaandexplainthecheckout process.
• Berespectfulandshowinterestinclients,treatingthemas friends.

Administrative

• Smoothlyoperateamultilinetelephonesystem,beingmindfulofthosewaitingon hold.
• Knowledgablyanswerquestionsaboutourhospital’sservicesandfees.Refermore specific or in-depth questions to the appropriate staff using established guidelines.
• Utilizeactivelisteningskills.Discernanypotentialquestionsorconcernsandclearly communicate to answer/resolve them proactively.Offer reassurance to distressed callers.
• Engagecallerswhoarenewclientsornewreferringveterinariansinapositive,energetic and informative way.Encourage them to visit our website.
• Exercise sound clinical judgment to identify patients requiring immediate medical intervention;proactivelyseekasecondopiniontoensurethehigheststandardofcare when uncertain.
• Transfercallstoappropriatestaffortakeacompleteanddetailedmessagewhen necessary.
• Askforpatientandclientinformationandaccuratelyenteritintothecomputersystem database.
• Accuratelyre‑scheduleandcancelappointments.Communicateschedulechangesto affected staff, when appropriate.
• Findwaystoenhancetheclientandpatientexperienceandexceedourclients’ expectations.
• Conducttoursofthe hospital.
• Participateinstaff meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
• Minimum2yearsrecentexperienceinaveterinarypracticewithincreasing responsibility.
• ProficientinIVcatheterplacement,blooddraws,labwork,anesthesiamonitoring, medication administration, and triage.
• Solidknowledgeofveterinaryproceduresandterminology;committedtocontinued learning.
• UnderstandingofOSHA,DEA,andanimalhealth regulations.

Preferred:

FamiliaritywithFearFreehandling techniques.

ExperiencewithInstinct software.

KNOWLEDGEAND SKILLS

• Abilitytoworkwellaspartofateam,toensurethattheteamsupportstheFourSeasons mission and vision.The team includes all departments within the hospital.
• Abilitytoworkinanorganizedway,prioritizingtasks,andmanagingtimetomaximize efficiency.
• Abilitytoshowinitiative,thinkaheadandlookforwaystohelpthe team.
• Knowledgeofsmallanimalnursingcare,patientmonitoringandadministrationof therapy.
• Knowledgeofstandardprotocolsforprovidingsupporttoveterinariansandotherstaff during patient procedures and treatment.
• Knowledgeoftheuse,careandstorageofveterinarymedical,surgical,laboratoryand imaging equipment and instruments.
• Knowledgeofgeneralofficepracticesandtelephone techniques.
• Familiaritywithcomputerandmulti-linetelephone systems.
• Knowledgeofhandlingpayment transactions.
• Familiaritywithfederalandstateanimalhealthlaws,includingOSHAandDEA regulations.
• Exerciseappropriateveterinarymedicalknowledgeandknowledgeofthehospital’s programs, products and services.

Technical Skills

• Venipuncture
• In-houselaboratoryanalysis(IDEXX)-properhandlingoftissuesamplesforsubmission, blood smear differential analysis, collection & evaluation of urine samples
• AnesthesiamonitoringincludingECG,SpO2,etCO2,resp,temp,BPandrecognitionof common abnormalities
• Fluidtherapy–includingadministrationandcalculationsofrates,CRI’sandancillary therapies
• Knowledgeofpharmaceuticals-propercalculationsand administration
• Knowledgeofinstrumentandequipmentcleaning,storageandsterilizationmethods, including autoclave and ETO
• WithFourSeasonsbeingaspecialtyhospital,advancedskillsareneededtoprovideourhighest quality of patient care. The candidate may not possess these skills at the time of hire, but training will be provided for the right candidate. A few of these skills include:
• Advancedanesthesiamonitoringincludingventilators,invasivebloodpressure,blood gas analysis
• Advancedknowledgeofendoscopic,laparoscopic,thoracoscopic,arthroscopicand advanced imaging techniques, equipment and procedures
• Advancedknowledgewithspecialtydentalproceduresand equipment
• Advancedknowledgeofemergencyprotocolsand procedures

SAFETY

Followestablishedhospitalsafetyprotocolsforanimalhandling,controlled substances, radiation protection, bite wounds, and equipment use

Maintainfamiliaritywithfederalandstateanimalhealthlaws,includingOSHAand DEA regulations

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfullyperformtheessentialfunctionsofthisjob.Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Abilitytostand,walk,forextendedperiods,(upto8-12hoursper shift)

• Frequentbending,kneeling,reaching,crouching,crawlingandtwistingtoexamine patients, re-stock inventory or move medical equipment.
• Theemployeeisoccasionallyrequiredtoclimborbalanceandholdanimalsin awkward, static positions for X-rays or maintaining surgical postures.
• Theemployeemustfrequentlyliftand/ormoveupto50poundsandoccasionallylift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodationmaybemadetoenableindividualswithdisabilitiestoperformtheessential functions.

• WhileperformingthedutiesofthisJob,theemployeeisfrequentlyexposedtoriskof radiation.
• Theemployeeisoccasionallyexposedtomovingmechanicalparts,fumesor airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Thenoiselevelintheworkenvironmentisusuallymoderateto loud.
• Employees may encounter animals or work in environments where zoonoticdiseasescouldbepresent,posingariskoftransmission.Propersafetyprotocolsand protective measures must be followed at all times to minimize this risk
• Theemployeeisroutinelyexposedtobodilyfluids,strongchemicals,anesthesia gases, and the physical risk of being bitten or scratched by stressed patients
• PERSONAL CONDUCT
• Promotesaharassment-free environment.
• Serve as a representative of the hospital, displaying tact, consideration, courtesy, compassion,professionalism,andapositiveattitudeinallinteractionswithpatients,clients and all members of the hospital staff.
• Demonstrateteamworkandinitiativebyassistingotheremployeesandproactivelysearch for additional work during periods of down time

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements.Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassigndutiesandresponsibilitiestothisjobatanytime.Reasonableaccommodationsmaybe made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Four Seasons Veterinary Specialists is a close-knit team united by a passion for exceptional veterinary medicine. Our mission, excellence in care with love, extends to our patients, our clients, and each other. That commitment is reflected in our AAHA accreditation and recognition as an AAHA Practice of the Year Finalist.Since opening our doors on March 17, 2014, we have built a reputation as a premier destination for specialized veterinary care. Our team includes board-certified and residency-trained doctors across surg...