Veterinary Care Technician 2

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Job Title:Veterinary Care Technician 2 (RVT) - Equine Surgery - New Hire Sign On BonusDepartment:Veterinary Medical Center | EquineThe Veterinary Medical Center at The Ohio State University is recruiting a Veterinary Care Technician (RVT) to work in its Equine Surgery service. Work involves assisting a veterinarian in technical procedures and activities involving animal care within the specialty area of Equine Surgery. The successful candidate will assist team clinicians and care-giving colleagues with the reception, evaluation, and treatment of all patients within the Equine Surgery unit. The successful candidate will organize, direct, and provide helpful and collegial assistance to clinicians, residents, professional students and technical students during appointments as well as provide support for lameness evaluations and sterile joint preparations. Job duties include jogging with horse in hand, assisting with general patient exams and restraint for procedures, assisting with diagnostic services such as digital radiographs, ultrasound, and other advanced imaging modalities. This position also provides surgical assistance by preparing patient and equipment for surgery, placing IV catheters and administering preoperative medications, setting up appropriate equipment and instruments and cleaning and disinfect operating rooms, equipment, and related areas. Other job duties include providing technical support during procedures such as upper airway endoscopy, treadmill evaluations, and shockwave therapy, assisting with regenerative therapies and procedures (PRP, ACP, IRAP, and Stem Cell), overseeing, assisting, and instructing professional veterinary and technical students in preparation of patients and equipment for medical procedures and delivery of care, check-in and discharge patients using proper protocols and documentation in ezyVet – charge entry, patient vitals and weight. Hiring Range - $23.89 - $29.86 MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSGraduate of accredited program within clinical discipline; advanced degree may be desirableRequires clinical license or certification. Registered Veterinary Technician through The Ohio Veterinary Medical Licensing Board. Must pass the Veterinary Technician National Exam. 0 years of relevant experience required. 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred.Additional Information:Standing for long periods of time Jogging for long periods of time Pushing/pulling/lifting up to 75 pounds Exposure to animal dander and/or zoonotic diseases Exposure to needle sticks Hazardous chemicals, and/or bio hazard waste Location:Veterinary Medical Center (0299)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40Shift:First ShiftFinal candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. 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