Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

BluePearl Pet Hospital; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet insurance

Continuing education allowance

401k and retirement planning

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician to join their Internal Medicine department in Spring, Texas. You will be involved in various responsibilities including anesthesia induction, client communication, and assisting with procedures. Strong anesthesia and phlebotomy skills are essential for this role.

The position offers numerous benefits such as medical insurance, continuing education, and a supportive work culture, along with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable and skilled in veterinary medicine, particularly internal medicine.
• Ability to assist with endoscopic and ultrasound procedures.
• Strong communication skills with clients.

Responsibilities

• Set up constant rate infusions (CRI).
• Calculate all medical math including advanced CRI.
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia.
• Assist with ultrasound and radiology procedures.
• Discharge patients with client education.

Skills

Anesthesia skills

Phlebotomy skills

Medical math skills

Client communication

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Technician to join their fast-paced Internal Medicine department. As an Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician, you are a liaison between our internists and our clients regarding patient histories, care instructions, lab results, patient updates, and other topics as requested by the doctors. You will be involved with client contact through phone calls, email, and in person conversations. Additionally, you will be assisting with endoscopic and ultrasound procedures, filling prescriptions, taking x rays, and obtaining lab samples. Strong anesthesia and phlebotomy skills required.

Responsibilities

• Set up constant rate infusions (CRI).
• Calculate all medical math including advanced and CRI (mcg/mg, %/mg, etc.).
• Induce, monitor and recover anesthesia.
• Set up for ultrasound and radiology procedures.
• Set up and assist with endoscopic procedures (GI, nasal, urinary, airway). Clean and maintain equipment following procedure.
• Discharge IM patients from the hospital, including basic client education such as insulin injection, SQ fluid, and feeding tube demonstrations.
• Additional job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Our passion is pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• Our associates are leveled by their skillset and move up in level. We are focused on developing our associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in their career.
• We offer annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, our own BluePearl University for training, and clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Flexible work schedules.
• 401k and retirement planning.
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans.A regional licensed social worker who can provide guidance, advice, and tips on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while working in a fast-paced environment.
• We promote a family-like culture in our hospitals. We are all in this together. We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.