ICU Veterinary Assistant, NVS

Ethos Veterinary Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashville Veterinary Specialists is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for their ICU team. The role involves critical patient care and communication with clients while maintaining a positive hospital environment. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience and a commitment to excellent patient care and service.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans

Short and Long Term Disability and Life Insurance

401k retirement planning and employer matching

Discounted employee pet products and services

C.E Allowance

Scholarship and Sponsorship Program

Uniform Allowance

Cell Phone Discount

YMCA Corporate Memberships

Career Development strategies

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as a veterinary technician, preferably in emergency medicine.
• Understanding of veterinary knowledge including triage and disease processes.
• Fluent in English; multilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Determines levels of triage for ER patients.
• Assists veterinarian in all aspects of care.
• Discharges patients including filling medication prescriptions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Veterinary knowledge

Job description

Nashville Veterinary Specialistsin Nashville, TN is looking to add a Veterinary Assistant to our ICU team!

Compensation: $20 - $29/hr, based on experience. Additional shift and weekend differentials offered.

Schedule: Consistent, Three 12-hour shifts per week.

Day Shift: 6am – 6pm

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Short and Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401k retirement planning and employer matching
• Discounted employee pet products and services
• C.E Allowance
• Scholarship and Sponsorship Program via Penn Foster
• Licensure Renewal and Out of State Licensure transfer reimbursements
• Uniform Allowance
• Cell Phone Discount
• YMCA Corporate Memberships
• Team building and Volunteer events
• Career Development strategies
• State of the art newly renovated and expanded hospital setting
• And more!

About you: You are an experienced Veterinary Assistant dedicated tooutstanding client service and excellent patient care. You understand the importance of maintaining apositive, respectful, uplifting hospital cultureand genuinely love working with people that share that same value. You can adapt to the individual needs of each patient, are eager to continue enhancing your skill set, andtruly want to make a difference.

Position Responsibilities:

• Determines levels of triage for ER patients
• Obtains history and puts history into electronic patient care system (EzyVet)
• Assists veterinarian in all aspects of care
• Restraint for physical examination, discussing estimate and plan with clients, carrying out diagnostics, procedures, and medication administration
• Patient diagnostics, procedures and treatment may include: IV catheter placement, blood work, urinalysis, radiographs, CT scans, CPR, sedation, anesthesia, medication administration (SQ, IM, IV routes of administration), medication dose calculation, knowledge of medication adverse effects
• Advanced skill set includes (preferred, not required): central line placement, abdominocentesis, thoracocentesis, feeding tube placement, urinary catheter placement
• Discharges patients including filling medication prescriptions, ensuring diagnostics and medications are complete, educating clients on at-home care, going over discharge instructions with clients

Requirements for the Role:

• Minimum of 3 years working as a veterinary technician, preferably in emergency medicine.
• Have an understanding of all basic veterinary knowledge, including triage, disease processes, pharmacology, restraint, diagnostic imaging, phlebotomy, anesthesia, laboratory equipment and procedures, etc.
• Advanced skill set includes (preferred, not required): central line placement, abdominocentesis, thoracocentesis, feeding tube placement, urinary catheter placement
• Attention to detail, with strong communication skills with both clients and team members.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.

AtNVS, we're not just colleagues; we're a supportive community that celebrates victories together, both big and small. Here, you'll thrive in a nurturing learning environment where honing your skills and seeking guidance from teammates is not just encouraged, but embraced. What sets us apart is our commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and compassion. We prioritize patient care and client experience above all else, and we're looking for someone who shares our dedication.Apply today, and come experienceour supportive environmentthat will encourage you to be the best technician you can be!

https://www.nashvillevetspecialists.com/

Physical/Environmental Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of each of these jobs. While performing the duties of any of these positions, the employee is frequently required to bend, stand, stoop, walk, sit, talk, and listen; may be required to walk or stand for long periods of time; will use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; will reach with hands and arms. The employee is often required to lift and carry animals weighing fifty pounds or more; handle dogs weighing up to 150 pounds.

Nashville, TN

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Healthoffers 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, Ethos 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 Healthis 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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