Overnight Veterinary Technician - Emergency/ICU

Golden State Humane Society; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet hospital in Overland Park seeks an Emergency Veterinary Technician. This role involves advanced medical procedures, triaging emergency cases, and mentoring team members in a fast-paced environment. The position offers support for continuous learning and a competitive package including health benefits and pet care discounts.

Benefits

Pet insurance and discounts on services

Annual education allowances

Comprehensive health insurance

Flexible schedules

401k plans and paid time off

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician preferred.
• Experience in emergency care and critical situations.
• Ability to mentor and train team members.

Responsibilities

• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia in patients.
• Triage emergency cases and obtain vital signs.
• Perform digital radiography accurately.

Skills

Emergency care

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Mentoring

Education

Veterinary Technician certification

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is hiring experienced Veterinary Technicians to work in our busy Emergency and Critical Care department. A sign-on bonus is available for credentialed technicians.

• Do you want to work in a fast-paced, learning environment?

• Are you a technician who loves emergency cases and providing care and comfort to critically ill or injured patients?

• Are you committed and passionate about enriching lives through remarkable care for pets?

If you answered "yes" to these questions, then we want to hear from you.

At BluePearl Pet Hospital, the role of Veterinary Technician is an exciting, fast-paced opportunity that allows you to utilize and expand your skills while working alongside talented veterinary professionals.

As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you will:

1. Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia in patients, using anesthesia/monitoring equipment.
2. Triage emergency cases upon arrival, including obtaining vital signs such as temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure.
3. Perform digital radiography with proper technique and patient positioning.
4. Understand normal ranges of patient vital signs, including heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.
5. Obtain and interpret blood pressure and other vital signs, alerting Veterinarians to changes or issues.
6. Identify patients at risk of arrest and initiate CPR.
7. Calculate medical dosages accurately, including constant rate infusions, and administer medications via appropriate routes and durations.
8. Perform phlebotomy and place intravenous catheters in peripheral vessels.
9. Place and maintain feeding tubes and central line catheters.
10. Mentor and train other team members.
11. Address client concerns with patience and empathy.

Why BluePearl?

1. We love pets! We offer pet insurance and discounts on treatments, procedures, and food for our staff.
2. We support your growth through skill-based leveling, leadership programs, and career advancement opportunities within Mars Veterinary Health.
3. We promote continuous learning with annual education allowances, free sessions, BluePearl University, and access to over 2,000 medical journals.
4. We prioritize your well-being by providing comprehensive health insurance, parental leave, flexible schedules, 401k plans, paid time off, and mental health support.

BluePearl is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and support accommodations during the application process. We are also a drug-free workplace.