Veterinary Care Technician 2 - 3rd shift

Ohio State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Veterinary Care Technician 2 for the 3rd shift at the Dublin location. This role provides high-level patient care in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment, assisting faculty with assessments, treatments, and procedures while maintaining detailed records and using EMR software.

The ideal candidate graduated from an AVMA accredited program and holds or is eligible for Ohio Veterinary Medical Licensing Board registration.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AVMA accredited school or equivalent.
• Current active OVMLB Registered Veterinary Technician license/registration or ability to obtain prior to start date.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documenting care.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with assessment, treatment, and procedures.
• Monitor and triage patients in a high-volume, 24/7 setting.
• Record vitals and maintain accurate medical records in EMR.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Emergency triage

Communication

Record keeping

Education

AVMA accredited program

Tools

EMR software

Anesthesia equipment

Radiology equipment

Job description

Job Title

Veterinary Care Technician 2 - 3rd shift

Department

Veterinary Medical Center | Medical Center at Dublin

Job Description

The Veterinary Care Technician ? Urgent Care - provides high level patient care in a fast-paced, high patient load, 24/7, 365-day/year veterinary practice facility. Urgent Care Technicians focus on assisting faculty with assessment, treatment, and procedures related to quality patient care. The position requires detailed knowledge of biological parameters and value interpretation, ICU protocols, restraint techniques, ability to triage and take action in emergent situations as well as the ability to acquire vitals and monitoring hospitalized patients for changing needs. Must be able to communicate effectively with clients, administration, other technicians, and faculty. Should possess lab skills including working knowledge of lab equipment and protocols. Must be able to accurately track patient progress and keep proper documentation as well as effectively learn and use electronic medical record program. Some shifts may require use of anesthesia and radiological machines. Position responsible for maintaining clean and efficient work areas and performing "end-of-shift" duties which may include dust mopping, wet mopping, laundry, and trash removal. Technicians are expected to mentor and train new employees and participate in regular continuing education to maintain required state licensing. Requires state license issued by the Ohio Veterinary Medical Licensing Board (OVMLB) and completion of a successful background check.

Minimum Education Required

Per Classified Civil Svc Specs or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Required: Graduate of an AVMA accredited school; current active Ohio Veterinary Medical Licensing Board (OVMLB) Registered Veterinary Technicians license/registration or able to obtain registration prior to start date.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting 40-50 pounds; risks involve exposure to animal dander, rabies, other zoonotic diseases, parasiticides, animal inflicted injuries, anesthetic gases, chemotherapy, gamma ray equipment, irritant chemicals.

Additional Information

• Location: Veterinary Medicine - Dublin (2544)
• Position Type: Regular
• Scheduled Hours: 40
• Shift: Third Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.