Veterinary Technician Discharge Nurse

Ethos Veterinary Health; Frazer Township (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Pet care discount

Flexible schedule

FSA/HSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Uniform allowance

Paid holidays/holiday pay

CE allowance up to $2500

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health's Veterinary Referral Center in Malvern, PA, is seeking a Discharge Veterinary Nurse to ensure smooth transitions from hospital care to home care. You will work with a large team of experienced, board-certified veterinarians and nurses, using the latest tools to support urgent and ongoing patient needs.

The role requires 1–3 years of veterinary experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to educate owners on at-home care.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of veterinary experience.
• Proficient in drug calculations and unit conversions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced veterinary setting.
• Holiday and weekend availability; on-call flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for discharge and verify medications and paperwork.
• Demonstrate procedures to clients (e.g., bladder expression, insulin administration).
• Explain home care needs to pet owners clearly.
• Fill and dispense medications for at-home use.
• Administer medications via various routes (oral, SQ, IM, IV).
• Document all client communications in medical records.
• Educate owners on preventive care and home management.
• Assist pharmacy operations during down-time.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Calculations

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Job description

Veterinary Referral Center (VRC) is a comprehensive, referral specialty & emergency critical care veterinary hospital in Malvern, Pennsylvania. We are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for appointments, advanced imaging, surgery and emergency/critical care services. At our hospital, you'll be working alongside a large team of experienced & board-certified veterinarians with advanced specialized training who utilize the latest innovations in medicine and technology to treat companion animals. Our veterinary services include trauma treatment and critical care, medical oncology, radiation therapy oncology, cardiology, internal medicine, ophthalmology, orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, dentistry/oral surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, MRI and CT, endoscopy, rehabilitation, and emergency services.

We are looking to add a skilled Discharge Veterinary Nurse who plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth transition of pets from veterinary hospital care to home care, to complement our growing, fast paced hospital. By joining VRC you will be supported by a team of excellent nurses and assistants along with experienced, board-certified veterinarians. We utilize the latest innovations in medicine and technology to treat companion animals on an emergency basis and/or long-term ailments.

Responsibilities

• Properly prepare patients for discharge including, but not limited to:
  • Remove IV catheters, be sure patients are clean, verify correct medications are filled TGH, verify discharge paperwork is completed. If applicable, ensure patient has an appropriately sized e-collar TGH.
• The candidate should be able to clearly communicate on both medical procedures and pharmacology, while also being able to perform client demonstrations such as (but not limited to) bladder expression, insulin administration, E tube feedings, care, and maintenance and nebulization.
• Effectively relaying complex information to pet owners to help them understand and manage their pets’ care at home.
• Fill medications for clients to give at home.
• Administrate medications in all routes (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous).
• Handle client communications and properly document in the patient’s medical record.
• Educating pet owners on how to care for their animals and promoting preventative healthcare.
• Assist with pharmacy line and filling medications in down-time.

Schedule

• The schedule consists of a 2-week rotation, some weekend hours required.
• 40 hours per week.
• Once a month on call is required for qualified applicants.

Compensation

• Hourly range $22-$34/hour
• Recognition and compensation for licensure
  • Active CVT licensure receives additional $2.00/hr.
  • Active VTS receives an additional $2.00/hr. (combined w/CVT)
• Shift incentives, On Call Stipends and Shift Differentials available.

Preferred skills

• 1-3years of veterinary experience
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.)
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Holiday and weekend requirements
• On-call requirement for applicants with clinical experience
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude, be a team player
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) with a company match!
• Employee assistance program
• Generous employee pet care discount at 80%!!
• Flexible schedule
• FSA/HSA
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Uniform allowance for full time and part time employees
• Paid holidays/paid time and a half for working holidays
• CE allowance up to $2500 per year, based on licensure!

Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Healthoffers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Healthis an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.