Veterinary Technician - Surgery

National Veterinary Associates; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary practice as a Surgical Veterinary Technician! This role is essential for delivering quality care to pets, supporting veterinarians during procedures, and educating clients on medical care plans. If you have a passion for animal health and effective communication skills, apply now!

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to explain care plans.
• Ability to calculate drug dosages accurately.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with surgeries and examinations.
• Prepare and administer medications and treatments.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding pet care.

Skills

Communication

Drug dosage calculation

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient restraint

Medical care plan explanation

Job description

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In addition to the responsibilities outlined below, the Surgical Veterinary Technician is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with the Veterinarian and supporting medical staff to ensure productive and quality veterinary care at all times.

Job Responsibilities

1. Ability to create and explain medical care plans to clients. As outlined, additional information can be asked by the Veterinarian in charge of the surgery or recommending the surgery.
2. Email medical care plans, and confirm surgical procedures with clients. See attached protocol.
3. Assist the Veterinarian during examination of animals, providing restraint as needed to work safely and effectively.
4. Understand the surgical procedures performed or drop-offs for each patient and review the medical history of each patient.
5. Check in patients to AviMark and record client communication and weights for each patient.
6. Provide restraint as needed to work safely and effectively.
7. Communicate with the team regarding any client concerns, medical history, or observations noted during interactions with clients and patients.
8. Understand medication usage, storage, drug ranges, routes, handling, and log all drugs used accurately.
9. Calculate drug dosages accurately to ensure effective treatment.
10. Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by the Veterinarian.
11. Perform routine anesthetic dental cleanings under the Veterinarian's direction.
12. Administer anesthesia, monitor vital signs every 5 minutes, and care for animals recovering from anesthesia.
13. Manage pain appropriately, knowing which medications to use based on pre-existing conditions, dosing, and administration.
14. Obtain dental and full-body radiographs with proper positioning and technique; troubleshoot imaging equipment as needed.

The base hourly range for this position is $19.00 - $26.00. Pay is determined by role, level, location, skills, experience, and training.