Veterinary Surgical Scrub Technician | Sign-On Bonus

PetVet Care Centers; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Parental Leave

Pet Discounts

EAP and mental wellbeing resources

CE stipends and career development

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists is seeking a Surgical Scrub Technician to join our surgical and emergency team in Little Rock. The ideal candidate has a CVT and at least 2 years of veterinary experience, with responsibilities spanning patient care, anesthesia support, and postoperative management.

Join a hospital that emphasizes a Culture of Care, professional growth, and collaborative teamwork, with a comprehensive benefits program and a sign-on bonus based on

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older to be considered.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years experience in veterinary medicine.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Responsibilities

• Obtain vitals of patient and a thorough history from client at presentation.
• Restrain canines and felines safely and humanely for exam, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Venipuncture of Cephalic, Saphenous, and Jugular.
• Perform hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, fecal, coagulation panel, and process laboratory samples for reference lab.
• Radiology techniques and positioning.
• Place and maintain Intravenous Catheters, including central and arterial lines.
• Place and maintain Urinary Catheters.
• Calculate medication doses, including oral, injectable, and CRI.
• Administer oral, injectable, and CRI medications, including knowledge of drug compatibilities.
• Knowledge of CPR procedures.
• Clean, pack, and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Assist in surgical procedures.
• Complete medical records in hospital management software (Cornerstone, Instinct, and CoVet).
• Fill prescriptions, properly log controlled drugs.
• Review discharge instructions with client.
• Handle client calls and questions, including scheduling appointments.
• Care for all pre/post op surgical patients in the ICU, including hourly medical treatments.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the OR, ICU, Radiology, and hospital as a whole.
• Occasionally assist the Emergency Department with incoming ER cases.

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Job description

PetVet Care Centers’ Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists is seeking a Surgical Scrub Technician to join our surgical and emergency team in Little Rock. The ideal candidate has a CVT and at least 2 years of veterinary experience, with responsibilities spanning patient care, anesthesia support, and postoperative management.

Join a hospital that emphasizes a Culture of Care, professional growth, and collaborative teamwork, with a comprehensive benefits program and a sign-on bonus based on