University of Pennsylvania
Operating Room/Central Supply Veterinary Nurse (New Bolton Center)
University of Pennsylvania, Bolton, Massachusetts, us, 01740
Overview
Posted Job Title:
Operating Room/Central Supply Veterinary Nurse (New Bolton Center)
Job Profile Title:
Veterinary Technician, Operating Room B
Job Description Summary Penn Vet's New Bolton Center provides an internationally renowned standard of care. Located on a campus of some 700 acres in Chester County, Pennsylvania, New Bolton Center has one of the largest caseloads of any academic large animal hospital in the nation. Position encompasses operating room responsibilities, sterilizing duties and general nursing care for large animal patients. Position located in Kennett Square, PA. No public transportation available. Free onsite parking is available.
New Bolton Center has an ongoing need for Veterinary Technicians. This posting describes the basic responsibilities and requirements for this role. If you meet the qualifications outlined below and have an interest in being considered as positions become available, please apply to this posting. Your information will be reviewed, and you will be contacted if we would like to learn more about your background.
Responsibilities
Assist in preparation and circulation for all surgical procedures in large animal hospital
Prepare assigned operating rooms as required for intended procedure
Assist in getting patients to surgery and properly positioned for intended procedure
Requires restraint and handling of large animals
Prepare patients for surgery by clipping, cleansing and aseptic prepping of surgical site
Coordinate with other Operating Room Nurses to ensure efficient operation and adequate coverage in all rooms
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of surgical instruments and surgical equipment operation including Medical Lasers, Cryotherapy, Endoscopy, Laparoscopy and Fluoroscopy
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique
Ensure that all Operating Rooms are well stocked, equipment is stored and functioning properly
Maintains Usual Surgical Requests and surgery logs, updates Department SOPs
Enters appropriate billing information into EMR
Prepares and administers medications, including controlled drugs
Assist Surgical team in donning of surgical attire and table set up
Independently operates various surgery table and overhead hoist systems
Assist Anesthesia staff in recovery of patients
Prepares and maintains equipment for Pool Recovery System, assigns tasks and guides personnel/students throughout Pool Recovery
Clean and maintain all Central Supply equipment and stock
Independent operation of steam autoclaves, ETO sterilizer and other equipment
Reviews surgery schedule on an ongoing basis to determine priority of surgical instrumentation needed
Inspects, tests, assembles, packages and labels instruments in preparation of sterilization to ensure that instruments are ready and available when needed
Guide Harcum veterinary nursing students through daily activities of veterinary nurses; provide demonstration and instruction on all aspects of OR Nursing and Central Supply
Submit comprehensive student evaluations to Harcum rotation supervisor in a timely manner
Provide guidance to veterinary students during aseptic preparation and throughout surgical procedures
Continually develop medical knowledge base in order to effectively teach students
Provide demonstration and support for students in lab and classroom settings
Runs biological monitoring and incubates, reads and records biological monitor results
Decontaminates instrumentation and equipment following facility written policies and procedures
Prepares disinfectants and other solutions and operates mechanical washers and ultrasonic cleaners for decontamination
Wash and dry laundry following proper procedures. Maintain the organization of the laundry room
Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate corrective/preventive measures
Maintains Department SOPs
Assists with ordering and receiving Central Supply stock
Sign-on Incentive This position is eligible for a sign-on incentive of $1,000. Please contact Carole Johnson, Director of Imaging and Clinical Service at carolej@vet.upenn.edu, Kim Daley, Director of Nursing at kimdaley@upenn.edu or Sally Tunstall at tysons@vet.upenn.edu for further details regarding the sign-on incentive.
Qualifications General
Experienced Veterinary Assistants as well as experienced non-certified Veterinary Technicians will be considered. Experience with sterile processing techniques is preferred. Requires ability to function quickly and react to stressful situations involving patient care. Requires experience in handling of large animals, especially in techniques of restraint. Good interpersonal skills needed to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and clients both written and orally. Position requires rotating and on-call schedules as well as occasional overtime, with some weekends as assigned. Position requires ability to be within a 30-minute travel time to the hospital when on-call.
Veterinary Nurse A:
Associate's Degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Veterinary Nurse B:
Associate's Degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program and 1 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Job Location City, State:
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Department / School Department / School:
School of Veterinary Medicine
Pay Range Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts:
Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. Flexible spending accounts are available to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition:
Tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependent children; eligibility for children at other institutions.
Retirement:
Generous retirement plans with pre-tax or Roth options; investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work:
Substantial time off during the year for personal needs, vacations, illness, or family reasons.
Long-Term Care Insurance:
In partnership with Genworth, available to eligible employees and family members; underwriting rules apply for eligible family members.
Wellness and Work-life Resources:
Programs and resources to support health, family, and work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development:
Resources to help you advance personally and professionally.
University Resources:
Access to libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, and cultural events, with many activities available to employees and families.
Discounts and Special Services:
Discounts on arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, and more; some admissions to university centers and museums may be free or discounted.
Flexible Work Hours:
Flexible work options to promote balance between work and personal commitments.
Penn Home Ownership Services:
Forgivable loan for eligible employees for home purchase or improvements in West Philadelphia.
Adoption Assistance:
Reimbursement for qualified adoption expenses for up to two adoptions.
To learn more, please visit: Penn HR Benefits ( not included in finalized HTML ).
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Operating Room/Central Supply Veterinary Nurse (New Bolton Center)
Job Profile Title:
Veterinary Technician, Operating Room B
Job Description Summary Penn Vet's New Bolton Center provides an internationally renowned standard of care. Located on a campus of some 700 acres in Chester County, Pennsylvania, New Bolton Center has one of the largest caseloads of any academic large animal hospital in the nation. Position encompasses operating room responsibilities, sterilizing duties and general nursing care for large animal patients. Position located in Kennett Square, PA. No public transportation available. Free onsite parking is available.
New Bolton Center has an ongoing need for Veterinary Technicians. This posting describes the basic responsibilities and requirements for this role. If you meet the qualifications outlined below and have an interest in being considered as positions become available, please apply to this posting. Your information will be reviewed, and you will be contacted if we would like to learn more about your background.
Responsibilities
Assist in preparation and circulation for all surgical procedures in large animal hospital
Prepare assigned operating rooms as required for intended procedure
Assist in getting patients to surgery and properly positioned for intended procedure
Requires restraint and handling of large animals
Prepare patients for surgery by clipping, cleansing and aseptic prepping of surgical site
Coordinate with other Operating Room Nurses to ensure efficient operation and adequate coverage in all rooms
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of surgical instruments and surgical equipment operation including Medical Lasers, Cryotherapy, Endoscopy, Laparoscopy and Fluoroscopy
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique
Ensure that all Operating Rooms are well stocked, equipment is stored and functioning properly
Maintains Usual Surgical Requests and surgery logs, updates Department SOPs
Enters appropriate billing information into EMR
Prepares and administers medications, including controlled drugs
Assist Surgical team in donning of surgical attire and table set up
Independently operates various surgery table and overhead hoist systems
Assist Anesthesia staff in recovery of patients
Prepares and maintains equipment for Pool Recovery System, assigns tasks and guides personnel/students throughout Pool Recovery
Clean and maintain all Central Supply equipment and stock
Independent operation of steam autoclaves, ETO sterilizer and other equipment
Reviews surgery schedule on an ongoing basis to determine priority of surgical instrumentation needed
Inspects, tests, assembles, packages and labels instruments in preparation of sterilization to ensure that instruments are ready and available when needed
Guide Harcum veterinary nursing students through daily activities of veterinary nurses; provide demonstration and instruction on all aspects of OR Nursing and Central Supply
Submit comprehensive student evaluations to Harcum rotation supervisor in a timely manner
Provide guidance to veterinary students during aseptic preparation and throughout surgical procedures
Continually develop medical knowledge base in order to effectively teach students
Provide demonstration and support for students in lab and classroom settings
Runs biological monitoring and incubates, reads and records biological monitor results
Decontaminates instrumentation and equipment following facility written policies and procedures
Prepares disinfectants and other solutions and operates mechanical washers and ultrasonic cleaners for decontamination
Wash and dry laundry following proper procedures. Maintain the organization of the laundry room
Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate corrective/preventive measures
Maintains Department SOPs
Assists with ordering and receiving Central Supply stock
Sign-on Incentive This position is eligible for a sign-on incentive of $1,000. Please contact Carole Johnson, Director of Imaging and Clinical Service at carolej@vet.upenn.edu, Kim Daley, Director of Nursing at kimdaley@upenn.edu or Sally Tunstall at tysons@vet.upenn.edu for further details regarding the sign-on incentive.
Qualifications General
Experienced Veterinary Assistants as well as experienced non-certified Veterinary Technicians will be considered. Experience with sterile processing techniques is preferred. Requires ability to function quickly and react to stressful situations involving patient care. Requires experience in handling of large animals, especially in techniques of restraint. Good interpersonal skills needed to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and clients both written and orally. Position requires rotating and on-call schedules as well as occasional overtime, with some weekends as assigned. Position requires ability to be within a 30-minute travel time to the hospital when on-call.
Veterinary Nurse A:
Associate's Degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Veterinary Nurse B:
Associate's Degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program and 1 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Job Location City, State:
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Department / School Department / School:
School of Veterinary Medicine
Pay Range Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts:
Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. Flexible spending accounts are available to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition:
Tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependent children; eligibility for children at other institutions.
Retirement:
Generous retirement plans with pre-tax or Roth options; investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work:
Substantial time off during the year for personal needs, vacations, illness, or family reasons.
Long-Term Care Insurance:
In partnership with Genworth, available to eligible employees and family members; underwriting rules apply for eligible family members.
Wellness and Work-life Resources:
Programs and resources to support health, family, and work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development:
Resources to help you advance personally and professionally.
University Resources:
Access to libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, and cultural events, with many activities available to employees and families.
Discounts and Special Services:
Discounts on arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, and more; some admissions to university centers and museums may be free or discounted.
Flexible Work Hours:
Flexible work options to promote balance between work and personal commitments.
Penn Home Ownership Services:
Forgivable loan for eligible employees for home purchase or improvements in West Philadelphia.
Adoption Assistance:
Reimbursement for qualified adoption expenses for up to two adoptions.
To learn more, please visit: Penn HR Benefits ( not included in finalized HTML ).
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