Surgery Ward Veterinary Nurse

4 weeks ago


Buzzards Bay, United States Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists Full time

**Description**

**Surgery Ward **Veterinary Nurse**:

- Overnight**
Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is seeking a **full-time veterinary surgery ward nurse **to join our surgery team in Buzzards Bay, MA.

**About this role**

The surgery ward nurse is a critical part of the surgery team, caring for patients post-operatively and supporting the surgeons and surgical nurses. The right person who meets the required qualifications will be utilized to function as a vital team member while learning and honing the additional skills necessary to progress in various areas of veterinary medicine.

**Responsibilities and Functions**
- Obtain vital signs, provide food, and monitor patients for pain/comfort following surgical procedures.
- Oversee post-operative care for canine, feline, and exotic patients
- Check IV catheters for patency and bandages for fit and cleanliness.
- Administer oral and intravenous medications according to doctors’ orders.
- Walk postoperative patients, using assistance when required.
- Communicate effectively with the nurses and doctors regarding patients.
- Maintain ward cleanliness, including laundry and washing dishes.

**_ Required Qualifications_**
- Previous experience as a veterinary assistant or technician is required.
- Knowledge of and the ability to confidently administer oral and intravenous medications are required.
- Ability to solve mathematical equations for medication dosages
- Excellent communication and time management skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks
- Lifting and restraint of pets at least 50 pounds and the ability to work on feet most of the day

**Salary, Schedule, and Benefits Include (but are not limited to)**
- This is an **overnight** **position, Monday through Friday from 1a to 7a,
- Schedules include some weekends and a holiday shift rotation.
- The initial training schedule may differ.
- Generous compensation based on industry standards
- Paid time off and holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA)
- Long
- and short-term disability
- 401K
- Uniform allowance
- Trupanion Pet Insurance with company paid premiums for two team members' pets
- Full-time Veterinary Social Worker available on site for employees and clients.
- Company Sponsored EAP

**About** Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists**

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists (CCVS) is a growing specialty and emergency-critical care hospital in Buzzards Bay and Dennis, MA. With more than 20 specialists across nine specialties, our highly skilled and compassionate team works to ensure pets receive quality, gold-standard medical care. As the only emergency and specialty referral hospital serving Cape Cod and the Islands, CCVS continues to grow to keep up with the needs of our community. We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced veterinary professionals who welcome the challenge of meeting the highest standards for quality and performance while possessing a friendly and positive team-player approach.

Imagine being part of a team that values and supports your professional growth. At CCVS, investing in our employees' development is vital to achieving optimal patient care.

So why not join us and become part of the Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists team? We're proud to be a United Veterinary Care Partner hospital, supporting sustainable, fulfilling careers for our team members while providing the best possible care to our community.

**Additional Information**
All applicants who are being considered for employment are required to pass a drug test before** **beginning work as part of the commitment to maintaining a safe and drug-free environment.



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