Overnight Veterinary Technician - Emergency

BluePearl Pet Hospital; Denver (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Overnight shift premium

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Denver Animal Emergency, a BluePearl Veterinary Partner, is seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians for our busy Emergency and Critical Care department. This is an overnight position with a shift differential and a competency-based progression pathway.

You will induce, monitor and recover anesthesia, triage emergencies, perform radiographs, manage IV access, and assist in critical patient care alongside skilled veterinarians.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician, preferably in emergency/critical care.
• Ability to work overnight shifts.
• Competency leveling system indicates growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Induce, monitor and recover anesthesia in patients and use anesthesia/monitoring equipment.
• Triage emergency cases on arrival and monitor vitals.
• Perform digital radiography with proper technique and patient positioning.
• Understand normal vital sign ranges (heart rate, respiration, temperature, BP, SpO2).
• Interpret blood pressure and vital signs; alert Veterinarian to changes.
• Identify at-risk patients and initiate CPR when needed.
• Accurately perform medical math and administer medications.
• Proficiently perform phlebotomy and place intravenous catheters.
• Place and maintain feeding tubes and central line catheters.
• Mentor and train co-workers; support client communication.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Vital signs interpretation

Phlebotomy

IV catheter placement

CPR in emergencies

Tools

Digital radiography

Anesthesia equipment

Vital signs monitoring equipment

Job description

Denver Animal Emergency, a BluePearl Veterinary Partner, is hiring experienced Veterinary Technicians to work in our busy Emergency and Critical Care department.

Pay

$20.00 - $40.50 / hour

This pay band is a starting point and is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency leveling system.

• Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience**

*This is an overnight position! We offer a competitive shift differential for all overnight shifts!*

Shift Differentials

• Shift differentials are based on a 4-hour minimum.

For Example

• Mon – Fri: 6pm to 8am = $3.00 Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = $4.50 Shift Differential
• Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = $3.00 Shift Differential

The role of a Veterinary Technician at BluePearl is an exciting, fast-paced opportunity that will allow you to utilize the skills that you have worked so hard to gain. We will also give you the chance to expand and grow your skills, all while working alongside some of the most talented veterinary professionals.

As An Emergency Veterinary Technician, You Will

• Induce, monitor and recover anesthesia in patients and use anesthesia/monitoring equipment.
• Triage emergency cases as they arrive at the hospital including obtaining vitals such as temperature heart rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure.
• Perform digital radiography using proper technique including proper positioning of patients.
• Have a complete understanding of normal ranges of patient vital signs, including but not limited to heart and respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure and oxygen saturation.
• Obtain and interpret blood pressure and other vital signs and alert Veterinarian to changes and issues.
• Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.
• Properly calculate medical math (including constant rate infusions) and administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Are proficient at performing phlebotomy and placing intravenous catheters in all peripheral vessels.
• Place and maintain feeding tubes and central line catheters.
• Have a passion for mentoring and training other co-workers.
• Have patience and empathy to address client concerns.

Why BluePearl?

• Our passion is pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• We encourage you to grow with us. Our associates are leveled by their skillset and move up in level as they gain more skills and experience. We are focused on developing our associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in their careers.
• To transform and lead the industry through innovative quality medicine and care, we understand the importance of continuous learning. We offer annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, our own BluePearl University for training, and our clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits
• Flexible work schedules
• 401k and retirement planning
• Time to reset, rewind, and reflect through our paid time off and floating holiday plans
• We promote a family-like culture in our hospitals. We are all in this together. We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets

Diversity and Inclusion

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.