Vet Tech II - ECC

The Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy; North Grafton (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary medicine is seeking a dedicated Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technician II. This role involves providing exceptional patient care, collaborating with a diverse clinical team, and instructing students in veterinary nursing. With a focus on high-quality patient outcomes, you'll play a vital role in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the well-being of animals in critical need. Join a supportive team that values continuous learning and professional development, offering a competitive salary and a sign-on bonus for new hires. If you're passionate about animal care and eager to make a difference, this opportunity awaits you.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in a fast-paced veterinary hospital.
• Mastery of basic technical skills in veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care and monitor treatment plans.
• Instruct veterinary students in technical aspects of patient care.

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Patient Care

IV Catheterization

Phlebotomy

Communication Skills

Medical Terminology

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Science

Tools

Point of Care Machines

Job description

Overview

Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University provides 24-hour care for pets 365 days of the year. Since 1985, we have offered high quality medical care, consultation, referral, and emergency veterinary services for the care of dogs, cats and exotic pets. In addition, the hospital creates a positive learning experience for Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University students and student technicians with regard to small animal ECC medicine and supports the training of specialized ECC technicians.

This position qualifies for a $2,000 sign on bonus following successful completion of 6 months of employment for newly hired employees.

The anticipated schedule for this position is Thursday, Friday, Saturday 6 pm - 6 am

What You'll Do

The Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technician II performs complex and diverse clinical duties in veterinary patient nursing care in addition to performing more complex technical procedures. The ECC technician II contributes to the teaching and instruction of veterinary and technician students performing basic technical skill and veterinary nursing care.

The Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technician is considered an essential employee within the hospital and the schedule may include providing University and calendar holiday coverage on a rotating basis.

As a Vet Tech II, ECC you will:

• Provide high quality patient care.
• Monitor, manage and implement treatment plans as ordered by clinicians to insure prompt delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Assist clinicians with procedures.
• Collaborate with administrative and clinical care team members throughout the hospital to coordinate and prioritize patient care.
• Complete diagnostic testing as ordered by clinicians including bench-top lab tests.
• Provide technical assistance for clinical, academic and research. Maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
• Clean and maintain clinical areas including nurses’ stations, wards, induction, intensive care unit, emergency room and operating rooms.

• Instruct veterinary students and student technicians in all technical aspects of patient care.

• • Provide technical assistance in academic and clinical research including treating research/laboratory animals
  • Provide coverage for other sections of the hospital as needed.
  • Participate in service and hospital wide initiatives as required.
  • Complete at least 6 hours of RACE approved CE annually.

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements:

• Mastery of basic technical skills associated with your related service, including mandatory skills below.
• High School diploma or equivalent and 3 years of experience as a veterinary technician in a fast-paced hospital

OR

• Associate OR bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited institution providing training in veterinary technology, veterinary nursing, or veterinary science, and one year experience at a university hospital or large scale hospital.

OR

• Certified Veterinary Technician in good standing.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently when completing basic tasks and procedural skills, and the ability to conduct more advanced tasks under supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively as a member of a diverse team of clinical and administrative professionals.
• Comprehensive understanding of medical terminology and veterinary pharmacology.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent service to both internal and external customers.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ability to learn electronic medical record systems and other software systems used.

Minimum required technical skills:

• Safely restrain cats and dogs
• Assess the attitude and responsiveness of dogs and cats
• Obtain vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and capillary refill time.
• Be able to identify animals in pain or distress
• IV catheterization
• Phlebotomy (cephalic, saphenous, jugular)
• Dosage calculations for medications, fluid therapy, and continuous rate infusions.
• Set up of fluid therapy systems and fluid therapy monitoring
• Monitoring and identifying physiological parameters in patients under sedation and general anesthesia.
• Familiarity with sedatives and tranquilizers.
• Ability to use point of care machines.
• Describe steps required and be able to assist in CPR.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodation

Preferredqualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree from an AVMA accredited institution
• Certified Veterinary Technicianeligible
• Experience in a specialty or academic hospital setting
• Exotic animal handling skills desirable.

Pay Range

Minimum $26.70, Midpoint $31.80, Maximum $36.80


Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.