Inpatient Vet Tech II — Night Shift, Advanced Care

Socket.dev; North Grafton (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University in Massachusetts seeks an Inpatient Medicine Veterinary Technician II to perform complex nursing care and assist in teaching veterinary students. The role requires strong technical skills, critical thinking, and collaboration within a high-volume hospital.

The position emphasizes patient care, teaching, and maintenance of clinical areas, with a rotating schedule including evenings and holidays. CE credits and teamwork are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and an AVMA-accredited credential.
• 3 years of veterinary technician experience in a fast-paced hospital.
• Ability to learn EMR systems and related software.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality patient care and manage treatment plans.
• Instruct students and technicians in technical patient care skills.
• Maintain inventory and handle clinical equipment and medications.
• Assist in research and cover other hospital sections as needed.
• Discharge education and client communication including medications.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

CPR

Phlebotomy

IV catheterization

Vital signs

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program

Associate's degree in veterinary technology

Bachelor's degree in veterinary technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University in Massachusetts seeks an Inpatient Medicine Veterinary Technician II to perform complex nursing care and assist in teaching veterinary students. The role requires strong technical skills, critical thinking, and collaboration within a high-volume hospital.

The position emphasizes patient care, teaching, and maintenance of clinical areas, with a rotating schedule including evenings and holidays. CE credits and teamwork are emphasized.