Surgery Registered Veterinary Technician - Days

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in emergency and specialty veterinary care is seeking a Surgery Veterinary Credentialed Technician in Akron. This position involves managing patient care, maintaining medical records, and assisting in surgical preparations. The ideal candidate is a licensed veterinary technician with strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee pet discounts and pet insurance

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary experience required; surgery experience preferred.
• Flexible with work hours and able to work additional hours as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage appointments, obtain patient histories, maintain medical records.
• Prepare patients for surgery; assist with intubation and radiographs.
• Ensure accurate medical documentation.

Skills

Communication

Calculations

Efficiency

Education

State Registered Veterinary Technician license

Job description

MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty provider with practices nationwide. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations, such as chemotherapy and radiation, cardiac ablations, treatments for glaucoma, physical rehabilitation, dermatology, and more. We are looking for collaborative and driven people to join our clinical team.

We thrive on our core values of Teamwork, Leadership, and Compassion to deliver exceptional care. Use your passion to enhance the MedVet experience for our clients, patients, and teammates.

Position: Surgery Veterinary Credentialed Technician

Our Surgery team offers a fast-paced environment ideal for technicians seeking comprehensive training across multiple facets of the department and collaboration with other hospital teams. This role requires strong communication skills to liaise between surgeons and clients, and to provide post-operative care instructions.

Responsibilities include:

1. Manage appointments, obtain patient histories, maintain medical records, handle invoicing, and discharges.
2. Fill medications, enter charges, and ensure accurate medical documentation.
3. Create patient releases and discuss treatment plans and financial obligations with clients.
4. Prepare patients for surgery, including shaving, scrubbing, positioning, and assist with intubation and radiographs.
5. Perform blood draws and submit bloodwork.
6. Ensure accurate and complete documentation.
7. Maintain cleanliness of operating rooms, instruments, and packs.

Qualifications:

1. State Registered Veterinary Technician license required.
2. Prior veterinary experience required; surgery experience preferred.
3. Proficient in calculations (drugs, infusions, conversions).
4. Flexible with work hours and able to work additional hours as needed.
5. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Perks and Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance.
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA options.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Disability insurance (short-term and long-term).
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Shift differentials and on-call pay.
• Uniform allowance.
• Employee pet discounts and pet insurance.
• Continuing education opportunities and assistance programs.
• Strong career growth and personal development opportunities.

MedVet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free organization. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug screen and background check. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.