Surgery Veterinary Technician

MedVet; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401k with Employer Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Pet Discounts

Continuing Education Opportunities

Job summary

MedVet is seeking a Surgery Veterinary Technician in Dallas, Texas. In this role, you'll manage patient appointments, assist in surgeries, and maintain accurate medical records. Previous veterinary experience is essential, and surgery experience is preferred.

MedVet offers comprehensive health benefits, including vision and dental, 401k with employer match, and paid time off. Join a dedicated team passionate about quality veterinary care and advancing their careers.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary experience required, previous surgery experience desired.
• Proficient in calculations related to medications.
• Flexibility to work additional hours when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage appointments and obtain patient histories.
• Fill medications and maintain accurate medical records.
• Prep patients for surgery and assist with various procedures.
• Ensure proper documentation and operating room cleanliness.

Skills

Communication skills

Calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, etc.)

Flexibility with work hours

Efficiency in fast-paced environments

Verbal and written communication

Job description

Surgery Veterinary Technician

MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty provider with practices nationwide. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations. Things like chemotherapy and radiation, cardiac ablations, treatments for glaucoma, physical rehabilitation, dermatology and so much more! We are looking for collaborative and driven people to join our clinical team. We thrive on people living out our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Compassion to get their job done. Use your passion to drive the MedVet experience for our clients and patients, as well as your teammates.

What you’ll do

• Manage appointments, obtain patient histories, medical record keeping, invoicing, patient discharges, etc.
• Fill medications, enter charges and maintain accurate medical records, schedule appointments.
• Create patient releases, navigate client conversations around treatment plans and financial obligations.
• Prep patients for surgery, including shaving, scrubbing and positioning, assist with intubation and radiographs.
• Proficiently perform blood draws and submit bloodwork.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and complete.
• Open, turn over and clean operating rooms, as well as clean instruments and wrap packs.

Who are you

• Communication skills. Prior veterinary experience required, previous surgery experience desired.
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.).
• Flexibility with work hours and ability to work additional hours when necessary.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Perks and Benefits include

• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• Vision and Dental
• HSA, FSA and Independent Care Spending
• 401k with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differentials and On-call Pay
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Pet Discounts and Pet Insurance
• Elective Short-Term Disability, Life and Accident Insurance and company paid Long Term Disability
• Continuing Education Opportunities and Assistance Program
• Strong career growth and personal development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer. MedVet is an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug‑free organization, therefore employment with MedVet is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check. MedVet does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters.