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Community Veterinary Partners

Vet Technician - Surgery

Community Veterinary Partners, Westfield, New Jersey, us, 07090

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$22.00/hr - $24.00/hr

Overview Westfield Vet Group; Westfield Location

The Position Surgical Technician — Westfield Location, under new management. We are a multi-location, multi-doctor practice that offers opportunities to grow in this field. The position is full-time or part-time and requires an energetic, enthusiastic, and quick-learning individual to join our fast-growing team.

Reports To Surgery Supervisor

Summary Surgical technicians will work with the entire surgical team as directed by the assistant practice manager to aid in the completion of the daily duties of the surgical department from induction through anesthesia monitoring, recovery, and patient discharge from hospital. Strong surgical experience is required. Experience in dentistry is strongly preferred. Duties will include but may not be limited to:

Admit patients into the hospital for surgical and out-patient procedures in accordance with hospital policies and procedures

Physical assessment of patients and monitoring all vitals

Prepare anesthesia protocols for each patient under the direction of the veterinarian and calculating all drugs

Administer injectable medications (subcutaneously, intramuscularly and intravenously)

Placement and maintenance of IV catheters, knowledge of fluid therapy requirements/calculations and use of fluid pumps

Knowledge of use for surgical monitoring equipment (including ECG, capnography, pulse oximetry, oscillometric and Doppler blood pressure monitoring)

Endotracheal intubation/extubation and how to safely administer inhalant anesthesia

Ability to proficiently and closely monitor patient vitals through all stages of the procedure from pre-op to post-op, efficiently assess patient’s anesthetic depth, recognize potential complications and alert doctor to all changes

Recover patients from anesthesia and the ability to assess patient pain and work in conjunction with the veterinarian to provide appropriate pain management

Proper documentation in all medical records and accurately log Controlled Drugs per DEA Requirements

Discharge patients under the veterinarian’s orders ensuring the patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state with the ability to explain all medications dispensed and home care instructions to owner in a clear and educational manner

Knowledge of common medications and their side effects including injectable and oral medications

Maintenance of surgical equipment, cleaning and sterilization of surgical packs and instruments

Conduct one’s self in a professional manner under all situations and maintain positive relationships with other employees, MUST be team oriented, MUST be able to communicate and work with team members in order to solve any issues that may arise in order to best serve our patients

We offer accrued PTO, paid holidays off, and plenty of pet perks for your personal “fur-babies.” We offer health insurance, dental, vision, 401k, and a variety of opportunities for continuing education in the field.

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits: 401(k), Dental insurance, Employee discount, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance

Schedule: 12 hour shift, Day shift, Weekends as needed

Education High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience Veterinary Surgical Technician 1 year (Required)

Work Location In person

Categories

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Veterinary Services

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