Veterinary Technician
5 months ago
Summary
The Veterinary Technician will be responsible for all of the essentials related to wellness care in the Companion Animal Clinic, a busy general practice. This position reports to the Veterinary Technician Supervisor at the Animal Health Institute. Must have the ability to work flexible hours based on clinical support needs. This is a day shift position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in setting up surgical and treatment areas and restraining animals for procedures and treatments Admit patients to clinic and follow protocols, not applicable for overnight shift Create accurate hospitalization and treatment estimates Ensure correct charges are completed in EMR daily Assist with anesthesia administration and monitoring Assist with surgical procedures as needed Responsible for radiography, venipuncture, catheter placement and bandage changes. Monitor physical and medical conditions of hospitalized patients including pain assessment Administer medications and fluid therapy Assist with dentistry, not applicable for overnight shift Feed and exercise hospitalized animals as directed. Process laundry/linen as needed to assure adequate and neat supply at all times. Assist in the sterilization department as needed Assist veterinarians in running of routine lab samples. Recordkeeping - Adding appropriate patient notes into electronic medical record Patient advocate Assist in instructional support of students in conjunction with the faculty during discussions and labs Follow protocols in working with patients with infectious diseases Maintain equipment and inventory Other duties may be assigned Must treat all employees, students, and clients with a high level of respect and follow customer service guidelines and protocols.Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This individual must have the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner and must have regular, predictable, in-person attendance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Qualifications
General Knowledge
Know the range of services the practice provides and the species it serves. Be reasonably familiar with breeds and coat colors. Follow OSHA standards. Be able to find Safety Data Sheets quickly. Know and use standard medical and business abbreviations. Use proper medical terminology and spelling when speaking and writing. Be familiar with infectious diseases, including their prevention and steps to reduce or eliminate transmission. Know the most common zoonotic diseases (infections from animals to humans).Education and/or Experience
High School diploma or GED is required. Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience working in an animal hospital or veterinary clinic setting. CVT certification from the State of Arizona is preferred. At least 2 years of experience in a specialty or emergency setting is preferred for individuals who work the overnight or swing shift. This position requires working in a team environment with a high focus on customer service with the ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast paced environment. Detail oriented with the ability to promote a welcoming atmosphere is essential. The ability to speak Spanish will be considered an asset.
Computer Skills
The individual must have the ability to learn the StringSoft Veterinary Management system, and have basic proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or sit for long periods. The employee must regularly use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand and walk. Have the physical strength and ability to stand for long periods, and be able to regularly lift pets and objects weighing up to 40 pounds
Animal allergies statement: No inhibiting allergies to animals, hay, or dust.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.
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