Outpatient Specialty Floater Veterinary Nurse

University of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement plans

Flexible work hours

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania’s Ryan Veterinary Hospital seeks a Veterinary Technician floater to rotate through outpatient services, covering ophthalmology, neurology, cardiology, oncology, primary care, and dermatology. You will provide nursing support across specialties and support clinics during peak times.

The role offers growth opportunities in a top-tier veterinary team, with the potential to advance through higher technician levels based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication, interpersonal and organization skills.
• Must also be flexible and willing to work in multiple areas.
• This nurse must be flexible and able to handle changes to their daily routine.

Responsibilities

• Obtaining lab work on outpatients
• Instructing veterinary students and veterinary nursing students on patient care
• Patient triage
• Assisting with discharges/billing/scheduling
• Client communication
• Venipuncture/IV catheter placement
• Sedation of stable patients

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

CVT

Board eligible

Job description

Outpatient Specialty Floater Veterinary Nurse

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer inPhiladelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research,and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranksamong the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & WorldReport survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provideopportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education,all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbeswho named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city ofPhiladelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urbancampus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home forwork and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includesexcellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and theirfamilies, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources,and much more.

Posted Job Title

Outpatient Specialty Floater Veterinary Nurse

Job Profile Title

Veterinary Technician D

Job Description Summary

The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine is a global leader in veterinary education, research, and clinical care. Founded in 1884, the School is a proud member of the One Health initiative, linking human, animal, and environmental health. Forbes recognized the University of Pennsylvania as one of America's Best Large Employers of 2023 marking our third consecutive year in a row to achieve this status. http://www.vet.upenn.edu/

Located on the beautiful and vibrant campus of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Vet's Ryan Veterinary Hospital in Philadelphia provides care for dogs, cats, and other domestic/companion animals, handling more than 30,000 patient visits a year, some 9,000 of which are emergency cases. Ryan Hospital is a Level One Trauma Facility certified by Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society (VECSS).

As a valued member of Penn Vet's Ryan Hospital, you will work in a supportive environment where you will have professional growth opportunities. If you are a skilled Veterinary Nurse who is passionate about caring for animals, interested in further developing your skills and working with an elite team of clinicians then Penn Vet is the place for you.

Job Description

The Ryan Veterinary Hospital is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician floater. The individual will rotate through all outpatient services to gain knowledge and experience so they can effectively provide coverage during vacations and on busy days. Areas in which the individual will be trained to work include Ophthalmology, Neurology, Cardiology, Oncology, Primary Care and Dermatology.

The individual in this position will rotate through all specialty services providing additional nursing support to outpatient clinics.

Responsibilities

• Obtaining lab work on outpatients
• Instructing veterinary students and veterinary nursing students on patient care
• Patient triage
• Assisting with discharges/billing/scheduling
• Client communication
• Venipuncture/IV catheter placement
• Sedation of stable patients

We are hiring at all levels for this position. Minimum startingsalaries increase with each level. Relevant education, experience, skills, and licenses/ certifications are among the factors considered in salary offers.

Qualifications

Must have strong communication, interpersonal and organization skills. Must also be flexible and willing to work in multiple areas. This nurse must be flexible and able to handle changes to their daily routine. There is a physical requirement which includes lifting > 20 pounds, kneeling and bending frequently and for extended periods of time.

Must be a CVT or board eligible.

• Veterinary Technician A: CVT or board eligible--must sit for boardswithin 3 months of hire. 0-1-year experience
• Veterinary Technician B: CVT and 2-3 years of experience
• Veterinary Technician C: CVT and 3-5 years of experience
• Veterinary Technician D: CVT and 5-8 years of experience
• Veterinary Technician E: CVT and 8 + years of experience

Targeted Pay Range: $20.45/hr to $40.00/hr.

*Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications,experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to therequirements of the position, as well as internal and marketfactors and grade profile.

Hours

Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week position.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

School of Veterinary Medicine

Pay Range

$25.68 - $40.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications,experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to therequirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race,color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenshipstatus, age, disability, veteran status or any class protectedunder applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Pennoffers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health,dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and yourfamily's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spendingaccounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent careexpenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuitionbenefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can gettuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are alsoeligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans tohelp you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investmentoptions through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of theyear. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personalaffairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time withfamily-whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with GenworthFinancial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible familymembers) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of thecosts of long-term care services received at home, in the communityor in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, youwon't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must alwaysprovide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed tosupporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competingdemands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a widevariety of programs and resources to help you care for your health,your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides anarray of resources to help you advance yourself personally andprofessionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community,you have access to a wide range of University resources as well ascultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of theUniversity's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit ourarboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on atPenn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latestmusic or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the PennRelays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a memberof the Penn community, you're right in the middle of theexcitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of theseactivities for free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts andentertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find greatdeals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts andcultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admissionand memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoysubstantial savings on other goods and services such as new carsfrom Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movietickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offercreative approaches for completing work while promoting balancebetween work and personal commitments. These approaches involve useof non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or jobstructures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivableloan for eligible employees interested in buying a home orcurrently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used forclosing costs or home improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligibleemployees on qualified expenses in connection with the legaladoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race,color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenshipstatus, age, disability, veteran status or any class protectedunder applicable federal, state or local law.