Veterinary Technician - Surgery

BluePearl; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a dedicated Surgery Veterinary Technician in San Antonio, TX. The role involves providing nursing care, assisting in anesthesia management, and participating in a collaborative team environment. Join BluePearl to advance your career while making a difference in pets' lives with attractive benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Pet insurance and medical discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Continuing education support

Flexible schedules

Comprehensive health benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Ability to monitor anesthesia and manage patient care.
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia and analgesia protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to stable patients following hospital standards.
• Assist in patient procedures and formulate anesthetic plans.
• Monitor anesthesia and troubleshoot complications.

Skills

Nursing care

Anesthesia knowledge

Intravenous catheter placement

Patient monitoring

Education

Veterinary Technician License

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Spring, TX is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team!

A BluePearl Surgery Technician is responsible for some post-operative client communication and must be able to work independently while contributing to a larger team goal. Prefer to have a minimum of two or more years of experience in a veterinary hospital. A rotating on call schedule is required once training has been completed.

As a Surgery Veterinary Technician, you will:

• Provide nursing care to stable patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Assist in patient procedures using knowledge of anesthesia and analgesia related protocols and procedures, including formulating anesthetic plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Monitor anesthesia, trouble shoot anesthetic complications, and make appropriate interventions .
• Intravenous catheter placement, endotracheal intubation, and anesthetic equipment use and maintenance .
• Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Understand normal vital parameters and alerts doctor when abnormal.
• Set up intravenous fluids and CRI's.
• Continuous expansion of knowledge and skillset: advanced anesthetic skills including epidurals, difficult airway intubation, and critical case management.
• Performs physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.

• Able to set up intravenous fluids.
• Administers subcutaneous fluids.
• Can operate all brands of intravenous fluid pumps and can troubleshoot errors.
• Able to disconnect and connect patient from intravenous fluids aseptically.
• Ability to monitor patient response to fluid therapy including signs of overload.
• Have experience with ASA III-V and anesthetic ventilator cases

Why BluePearl?

• Pet Passion: Enjoy Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for medical care at BluePearl.
• Growth Opportunities: Advance your skills with our talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in their careers.
• Continuing Education: Benefit from annual CE allowances, free training sessions, and a free VETgirl Elite membership. Penn Foster Scholarship reimbursement of 90% for full-time associates.
• Career Advancement: Explore roles in our specialty departments (Critical Care, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Neurology, Internal Medicine, and Radiology) and enjoy financial support for VTS credentials.
• Supportive Environment: Access mental health resources, flexible schedules, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Benefits Include:

• Bi-annual merit increase opportunities
• Paid time off and floating holidays
• 401k and retirement planning
• Maternal and Paternal leave benefits
• Hinge Health membership
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Local and regional Mental Health and Wellness benefits (a few of many examples include 12 free therapy sessions annually, a free Calm wellness app subscription, and access to regional social work)
• Free VETgirl Elite membership and continuing education
• Opportunities for volunteerism and professional development (examples include coral reef restoration and Animal Humane Society volunteer initiatives in Arizona and Hawaii).

Apply Today: Apply now and become a key part of our vibrant team, dedicated to providing exceptional care in an innovative and supportive environment.

BluePearl Pet Hospital - Where your passion for pets meets endless career possibilities.

Transform your career and make a real difference!

We promote a collaborative culture in our hospitals. We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets and our team.

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.