Veterinary Technician - Emergency

WHO WE NEED

We LOVE to train! We are looking for an individual who...

• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
• Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Is well-spoken and approaches his/her job duties in a mature nature.
• Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.
• Has excellent client communication skills.
• Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
• Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.
• Can provide compassionate care to patients and clients.
• Can conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks.
• Can prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Can perform physical assessments; record observations in computer.
• Can effectively restrain pets even when large or difficult.
• Understands all common vaccinations and vaccination protocols and can explain to clients.
• Understands the importance of a clean and orderly facility, does not hesitate to clean or organize as part of a normal job duty.
• Maintains positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.
• Gives SQ, IM and IV injections.
• Can handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate.
• Can prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients supporting hospital financial policies.
• Can explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions.
• Understands usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and can readily explain them to the clients.
• Can maintain an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by the inventory control system.
• Can assist the veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids.
• Can properly care for all surgical materials; keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery.
• Can perform clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures; draws blood for laboratory analysis; maintains file of lab test results and ensures that test results are recorded in patient records.
• Can effectively position for and take radiographs.
• Can place IV catheters and properly care for them. Understands the use and care of IV pumps as well.
• Can prepare a patient and machines involved in advanced procedures, such as with endoscopy, ultrasound, blood gas analysis, coagulation profile, and digital cytology.
• Knows common disease states and can alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.
• .Can calmly and effectively work as part of a medical crisis team in performing CPR.
• Can appropriately hospitalize critical patients and notify attending DVM of any changes to patient state.
• Can discharge patients based on the veterinarian’s orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

• Expansive customer service skills
• Phlebotomy techniques for canines and felines
• Abdominal, thoracic, orthopedic and dental radiology
• Ultrasonography
• Dental scaling and polishing
• Medical record-keeping
• Canine and feline animal restraint
• Animal anatomy and physiology
• Canine and feline animal diseases and conditions
• Anesthetic preparation, intubation, and anesthetic monitoring
• Diagnostic sampling and analysis: fecal flotation, urinalysis, skin scraping, cytology, fungal culture, PCV, blood smear, fine needle aspirate, and more!
• Medical terminology
• Pharmacology
• Emergency and critical care
• Vaccines and vaccination schedules
• Fluid therapy procedures
• Basic grooming services
• IV catheter placement in canines and felines
• Laser therapy
• Leadership skills

...and much more!

BENEFITS

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Discounts on veterinary care, daycare, boarding and grooming for personal pets
• Tuition sponsorship for a Veterinary Technology Associate's Degree from Penn Foster College
• Advancement opportunities
• Unlimited continuing education opportunities
• Tickets to local sports games, including Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Icemen
• Participation in community events, fundraisers and donation drives
• Annual salary raises based upon performance, growth and attitude
• 3-day work week (enjoy 4 days off!)
• Birthdays off!
• Family-feel environment
• Routine goal-setting and individualized attention towards achieving personal and professional goals

Salary starting at $20.00/hr, +$2/hr night differential for all hours after 7:00pm. Starting pay is negotiable based upon entering experience. 

Schedule requirements

• 40 hours per week
• 3 days per week
• Shift is 12:00pm - 12:00am.
• Overtime available
• Holiday pay on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and the Fourth of July
• Location: 11030 Baymeadows Road, Jacksonville FL 32256

At Forever Vets Animal Hospital, we believe in giving the best service to our community in whatever way we can serve. As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you are expected to follow the hospital’s mission in providing the best customer service possible to all our clients while performing all previously-stated duties.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Veterinary technician: 1 year (Required)