Registered Veterinary Technician - Surgery and Anesthesia

Four Seasons Veterinary Specialists; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Matching retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Continuing education allowances

Uniforms

Online training

Personal pet care discounts

Employee assistance program

Onsite wellness coach

Job summary

Four Seasons Veterinary Specialists in Loveland, CO is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to support our Surgery and Anesthesia team. You will assist with surgical procedures, prepare ORs, monitor anesthesia, and collaborate with veterinarians and staff.

The position is full-time with competitive hourly pay in the range shown, plus benefits including health, retirement, CE allowances, and pet care discounts.

Qualifications

• RVT license or active provisional in CO with DORA in progress.
• Minimum 2 years of veterinary surgery and anesthesia experience.
• Proficient in IV catheter placement, blood draws and lab work.
• Solid knowledge of veterinary procedures and terminology; commitment to learning.
• Understanding of OSHA, DEA regulations and Fear Free handling.

Responsibilities

• Set up surgical instruments and equipment, ensure sterile environment.
• Monitor anesthesia equipment and patient status during procedures.
• Assist with patient positioning and restraint as needed.
• Prepare estimates and discuss treatment plans with clients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and staff on patient status and care.

Skills

Teamwork

Organization

Composure

Initiative

Verbal & written communication

OSHA regulations

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

In-hospital lab work

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiology safety

Instrument cleaning & sterilization

Practice software (Instinct)

Continuing education

Education

RVT or active provisional license; CO DORA in progress

Tools

Instinct software

Practice management software

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician – Surgery and Anesthesia

$21.00 - $34.90

Full-Time

Why You Should Consider Us

OurMission:ToProvideExcellenceinCarewithLove.

Weachievethis by:

Practicingthehighestqualityteam-basedcare;

Creatingonepracticewithinamulti-specialtyenvironment;

Caringforourpatients,eachother,ourclients,andourfamilyveterinarians;

Creatingatrusting,emotional,andempatheticbond.

AsamemberoftheFourSeasonsVeterinarySpecialiststeam,yourdesireformedicineand kindness for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, matching retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave, uniforms, continuing education allowances, online training, personal pet care discounts, employee assistance program, onsite wellness coach, great work-life integration and more!

Weareanorganizationthattakesprideinourcollaborationandcohesionwithintheworkplace and we are excited to add another skilled and motivated individual to our team!

Moreinformationaboutourhospitalcanbefoundat www.4seasonsvetspecialists.com https://youtu.be/YHfVfHufi-M www.facebook.com/vetspecialistsloveland

RegisteredVeterinaryTechnician-SurgeryandAnesthesia

Weareseekingaskilledanddetail-orientedSurgeryandAnesthesiaTechniciantosupportour surgical team in delivering high-quality patient care. In this role, you will assist with surgical procedures, prepare and maintain operating rooms, and support anesthesia administration before, during, and after surgery.

Key responsibilities include setting up surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring proper sterilization, preparingpatientsforprocedures, monitoring anesthesia equipment, and assisting with patient positioning. You will work closely with our surgeons, technicians, and other clinical and administrative staff to ensure procedures run smoothly and safely.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greetclientswarmlyandweighthepatient. Escorttheclienttoaclean,preparedexamroom.
• Recognizewhenanincomingpatientrequiresimmediatemedicalattentionandtakeaction.
• Assistclientswithgettingthepatientfromthecarintothehospitalwhenneeded.
• Reviewandmakeneededupdatesandcorrectionstopatientandclientinformation.
• Obtainhistory,radiographs,diagnostictestresultsandanyotherpertinentinformation.
• Utilizeactivelisteningskills.Discernanypotentialquestionsorconcernsandclearlycommunicatetoanswer,resolvethemproactively. Offerreassurancetodistresscalls.
• Knowledgeablyanswerquestionsabouthospitalservicesandfees.
• Promptlyrefermorespecificorin-depthquestionstotheappropriateveterinarianorstaffmember.
• Reviewpertinentinformationwiththereceivingveterinarian.
• Assistwithpatientrestraintandanyotherneededtasksduringtheappointment.
• Prepareestimatesandreviewwithclients;alongwithansweringanyquestionstheclientmayhave.
• Prepareanddispenseprescriptionmedications.Explaintheiradministrationandansweranyquestions theclientmayhave.
• Explaininstructionsandtreatmentplans;alongwithansweringanyquestionstheclientmayhave.
• Escorttheclientandpatienttothereceptionareaandexplaincheckoutprocess.
• Practicepatienceandkindness.
• Monitorstatusandwell-beingofallassignedhospitalizedpatients.
• Administertreatmentsandoverseecare,cleanlinessandfeedingofpatients.
• Administerfluidtherapyandbloodproducts.
• Keeptreatmentrecordsuptodate,andtheappropriateveterinariansandstaffmembers-informedofanychanges.
• Communicatewithclientsandotherinvolvedpartiesregardingthestatusandplanforallassignedhospitalizedpatients.
• Performspecimencollectionandlaboratorytests,includingbloodwork,microbiology,urinalysisandfecalanalysis.Completeadministrativetasksforoutsidelaboratorywork.
• Assistwithgeneralanesthesiaandmedical,imagingandsurgicalprocedures.
• Clean,maintainandsterilizeinstruments,equipmentandsupplies.
• Ensurethatallequipmentisfunctioningandingoodrepair.
• Helpwithcleaningandrestockingofexamrooms.Makesurethatappropriateinstrumentsandequipmentareavailable.
• Ensurethatcagesandrunsarecleananddisinfected.
• Restockthehospitalarea,laboratory,centralsupplyandpharmacy.
• Courteouslyandprofessionallyanswerincomingtelephonecalls,UsingFourSeasons Veterinary Specialists standard phone etiquette.
• Smoothlyoperatemulti-linetelephonesystem,beingmindfulofthosewaitingonhold.
• Knowledgeablyanswerquestionsabouthospitalservicesandfees.Refermorespecific questions to the appropriate staff member.
• Utilize active listening skills. Discern any potential questions or concerns and clearly communicatetoanswer, resolvethemproactively. Offerreassurancetodistresscalls.
• Engagecallerswhoarenewclientsornewreferringveterinariansina positive,energetic and informative way. Encourage them to visit our website.
• UsebestjudgmenttodetermineifapatientneedstobeseenASAP,andgetasecond opinion if unsure.
• Transfercalltoappropriatestaffmembers.
• Askforpatientandclientinformation,andaccuratelyenteritintothecomputersystemdatabase.
• Scheduleappointmentsusingthecomputerschedulingprogram.Givepre-appointment instructions using established guidelines.
• Accuratelyrescheduleandcancelappointments.Communicateschedulechangesto affected staff members, when appropriate.
• Helptokeepdatabaseinformationup-to-dateandaccurate.
• Findwaystoenhancetheclientandpatientexperienceandexceedourclients’expectations.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Abilitytoworkwellaspartofateam,toensurethattheteamsupportstheFourSeasons mission and vision.
• Abilitytoworkinanorganizedway,prioritizingtasks,andmanagingtimetomaximize efficiency.
• Abilitytoworkinasometimesbusyandstressfulenvironmentcalmlyandproductively.
• Abilitytoshowinitiative,thinkaheadandlookforwaystohelptheteam.
• Possessstrongverbalandwrittencommunicationskills.
• Familiarwithfederalandstateanimalhealthlaws,includingOSHAandDEA regulations.
• Technical Skill: Venipuncture
• IVcatheterplacement
• In-houselaboratoryanalysis-properhandlingoftissuesamplesforsubmission,blood smear differential analysis, collection and evaluation of urine samples.
• AnesthesiamonitoringincludingECG,SpO2,etCO2,resp.,temp,BP and recognitionof common abnormalities.
• Fluidtherapy-administrationandcalculationofrates,CRI'sandancillary therapies.
• Knowledgeofpharmaceuticals-propercalculationsandadministration.
• Radiology-safety,knowledgeofDR,patientpositioningandrestraint.
• Knowledgeofinstrumentandequipmentcleaning,storageandsterilizationmethods, including autoclave and ETO.
• SolidworkingknowledgeofFourSeasons'practicesoftware.
• Maintainstaterequiredcontinuingeducationrequirements.
• Exerciseappropriateveterinarymedicalknowledgeandknowledgeofthehospital's programs, products and services.

QUALIFICATIONS

• RegisteredVeterinaryTechnician(RVT)oractiveProvisionalLicenseontrackforCO DORA registration.
• Minimum2yearsrecentveterinarysurgeryandanesthesiaexperience
• Skilledinanimalhandling,lifting,restraint,andabletostandforextendedperiods.
• ProficientinIVcatheterplacement,blooddraws,labwork,anesthesiamonitoring, medication administration, and triage.
• Solidknowledgeofveterinaryproceduresandterminology;committedtocontinued learning.
• UnderstandingofOSHA,DEA,andanimalhealthregulations.
• FamiliaritywithFearFreehandlingtechniques.
• ExperiencewithInstinctsoftware.

SAFETY

FollowOSHAandUSPguidelinesforsafetyandhandlingofhazardousmaterials

Followestablishedhospitalsafetyprotocolsforanimalhandling,controlled substances, radiation protection, bite wounds, and equipment use

Maintainfamiliaritywithfederalandstateanimalhealthlaws,includingOSHAand DEA regulations

Physical Demands

• Abilitytostand,walk,forextendedperiods
• Frequentbending,kneeling,reaching,crouching,crawlingandtwistingtoexamine patients, re-stock inventory or move medical equipment.
• Theemployeeisoccasionallyrequiredtoclimborbalanceandholdanimalsin awkward, static positions for X-rays or maintaining surgical postures.
• Theemployeemustfrequentlyliftand/ormoveupto50poundsandoccasionallylift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodationmaybemadetoenableindividualswithdisabilitiestoperformtheessential functions.
• WhileperformingthedutiesofthisJob,theemployeeisfrequentlyexposedtoriskof radiation.
• Theemployeeisoccasionallyexposedtomovingmechanicalparts,fumesor airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Thenoiselevelintheworkenvironmentisusuallymoderateto loud.
• Employees may encounter animals or work in environments where zoonoticdiseasescouldbepresent,posingariskoftransmission.Propersafetyprotocolsand protective measures must be followed at all times to minimize this risk
• Theemployeeisroutinelyexposedtobodilyfluids,strongchemicals,anesthesia gases, and the physical risk of being bitten or scratched by stressed patients
• Involvesscheduledon-call,overnight,andweekendcoveragedependingonhospital needs

PERSONAL CONDUCT

• Adheretoallhospitalprotocolsandstandards.
• Showsrespectandsensitivityforculturaldifferences.
• Promotesaharassment-freeenvironment.
• Serve as a representative of the hospital, displaying tact, consideration, courtesy, compassion, professionalism, and a positive attitude in all interactions with patients, clients and all members of the hospital staff.
• Demonstrateteamworkandinitiativebyassistingotheremployeesandproactivelysearch for additional work during periods of down time

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements.Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassigndutiesandresponsibilitiestothisjobatanytime.Reasonableaccommodationsmaybe made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.