Veterinary Technician- Triage Nurse

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading veterinary hospital where your passion for animal care can flourish. As a Veterinary Technician – Triage Nurse, you'll play a vital role in providing high-quality medical assistance to pets in need, working alongside experienced professionals in a state-of-the-art facility. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of animals and their families while enjoying a supportive work environment that values your contributions. With a focus on education and growth, you'll be empowered to advance your career while ensuring the best possible care for your patients. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have a heart for veterinary medicine, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Education Assistance Program

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Hours

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discount

Pet Adoption Reimbursement

Continuing Education Allowance

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in veterinary medicine as a Nurse required.
• CVT/LVT/RVT preferred or educational equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care to patients in the emergency room.
• Assist physicians with examinations and emergency procedures.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Medical Terminology

Venipuncture

Laboratory Testing

Client Communication

Attention to Detail

Calm Demeanor

Computer Skills

Fear Free Handling

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT Certification

Educational Equivalent

Job description

Job Type: Full-time

Our team members make us extraordinary, and they (and YOU, if you join us!) are always top priority. At MVA you will help to make life better for pets and families at the largest, privately-owned specialty, emergency, critical care hospital in our region. Advance your career with top-of-the-line medicine and diagnostics in our state-of-the-art 25,000 square foot hospital that is home to 13 specialty departments.

Veterinary Technician – Triage Nurse

We are looking to add to our growing hospital and are in search of Veterinary Nurses (vet tech) to support our Emergency Department as a Triage Nurse.

The schedule we are hiring for is:

Sunday through Wednesday 4pm - 2am

Salary: From $20.00 per hour + 15% shift differential

Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in veterinary medicine as a Nurse is required.
• Current CVT/LVT/RVT preferred or educational equivalent.

Your skills & experience and how you'll utilize them to help our patients:

• Broad knowledge of basic small animal medicine (pharmacology, proper restraint/handling, venipuncture, laboratory testing)
• Sound understanding and knowledge of medical terminology, medications, and disease processes
• Provide medical care to patients arriving at the emergency room by using sound technical skills
• Prioritize care based on critical nature and severity of patient's condition
• Support the treatment floor and emergency service by performing a variety of nursing tasks as assigned
• Assist physicians with examinations, emergency procedures, and treatments.
• Perform venipuncture, lab procedures and other diagnostics.
• Attention to detail and a calm demeanor
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient computer skills
• Communicate with clients and team members (verbally and written)
• Fear Free handling: safe, stress-free interactions for team members, clients, and patients

Our top tier benefits include:

• Leading industry compensation
• Education Assistance Program & tuition reimbursement
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Flexible hours - encouraging a solid work-life balance
• Paid time off
• Paid volunteer time off
• Continuing education paid time off and allowance (for licensed and non-licensed team members)
• Retirement plan including matching funds
• Employee discount (20% off services, supplies at cost)
• Pet adoption reimbursement
• Mentorship with a team dedicated to Education and Development
• Emotional support and well-being benefits for team members
• Unlimited growth potential

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