Overnight Veterinary Technician - Emergency/ICU

Golden State Humane Society; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital is seeking experienced Emergency Veterinary Technicians to enhance their critical care team. The position offers a fast-paced environment with opportunities for skill development and career growth, along with comprehensive benefits and support for employees' well-being.

Benefits

Pet insurance

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible schedules

401k

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary emergency care is necessary.
• Credentialed technicians preferred with relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Emergency care

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient triage

Phlebotomy

CPR initiation

Medication administration

Mentoring

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, we want to hear from you.

At BluePearl Pet Hospital, the role of Veterinary Technician offers an exciting, fast-paced opportunity 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 patient positioning.
4. Understand normal ranges of vital signs, including heart and respiratory rates, temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.
5. Obtain and interpret blood pressure and other vital signs, alerting Veterinarians to changes.
6. Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.
7. Calculate medical math, including infusions, and administer medications appropriately.
8. Perform phlebotomy and place intravenous catheters.
9. Place and maintain feeding tubes and central line catheters.
10. Mentor and train colleagues.
11. Address client concerns with patience and empathy.

Why BluePearl?

• We offer pet insurance and discounts for our associates.
• Opportunities for career growth through skill development and leadership programs.
• Access to continuous learning resources, including BluePearl University and medical journals.
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits, including insurance options, parental leave, flexible schedules, 401k, and paid time off.
• Support for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including access to a licensed social worker.
• A family-like culture committed to diversity, respect, and dignity.

BluePearl is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a drug-free workplace. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and abilities.