Surgery & Anesthesia Vet Tech — Fast-Paced ER, Benefits

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision & Dental

401k with match

Disability insurance

Life & AD&D

PTO

Uniform allowance

Employee pet discounts

Continuing education

Career growth

Job summary

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets is seeking a licensed Veterinary Technician for Surgery/Anesthesia in Washington. The role involves assisting in a fast-paced surgery team, preparing patients for anesthesia, and maintaining precise medical records while liaising with surgeons and clients.

Core duties include medication handling, postoperative care instructions, and active participation in perioperative activities.

Qualifications

• State-registered Veterinary Technician license is required.
• Prior veterinary experience is required; surgery experience is preferred.
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, CRIs, unit conversions) and accurate medical records handling.

Responsibilities

• Manage appointments, obtain patient histories, medical record keeping, invoicing, patient discharges.
• Fill medications, enter charges and maintain accurate medical records; schedule appointments.
• Create patient releases and guide conversations about treatment plans and finances.
• Prepare patients for surgery (shaving, scrubbing, positioning); assist with intubation and radiographs.
• Proficiently perform blood draws and submit bloodwork.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and complete; maintain OR cleanliness and instrument sterilization.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Ability to work in fast-paced环境

Education

State Registered Veterinary Technician license

Job description

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets is seeking a licensed Veterinary Technician for Surgery/Anesthesia in Washington. The role involves assisting in a fast-paced surgery team, preparing patients for anesthesia, and maintaining precise medical records while liaising with surgeons and clients.

Core duties include medication handling, postoperative care instructions, and active participation in perioperative activities.