What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Specialty Veterinary Technician position at Allied Veterinary Specialists?
Job Description
Job Description
Join Our Team of Compassionate Animal Care Experts!
Benefits / Perks :
Flexible Scheduling ( No weekends )
Pay Differential for shifts after 6 PM
Career Advancement Opportunities
Competitive Compensation
Fun and Supportive Working Environment
Opportunity to Interact with Pets
Anesthesia and Critical Care Training
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Real-Time Accrual PTO
Uniform Allowance
Job Summary :
We are looking for passionate Veterinary Technicians (Critical Care / Emergency / Surgery) to join our team at a thriving private clinic in a state-of-the-art facility. In this role, you will deliver outstanding ICU and emergency care, provide critical care nursing, oversee patient recovery, and support veterinarians during surgeries. Our team is dedicated to advancing animal health, and we are eager to meet professionals committed to delivering top-tier care for pets.
Shifts :
MonThurs : Noon8 PM
MonThurs : 6 PM2 AM
MonThurs : 12 AM8 AM
Friday : Rotations
Overnight shift training will occur during daytime hours before shift assignments.)
Responsibilities :
Triage incoming pets and obtain a patient history from owners.
Record vital signs, draw blood samples, and administer medications.
Assist veterinarians during surgeries and monitor patients pre- and post-operatively.
Deliver ICU care and ensure the well-being of critically ill patients.
Provide thorough discharge instructions to clients.
Maintain accurate anesthesia and patient care records.
Work closely with ICU doctors and nurses to monitor and respond to patient decompensation.
Advanced ICU-specific skills (to be learned during training) :
Urinary catheter placement (male and female)
Single and double-lumen PICC lines
Arterial and central line catheter placement and care
Perfusion analysis, electrolyte, and blood gas analysis
Nursing care for patients on ventilators, with tracheostomies, chest tubes, feeding tubes, etc.
Administering nutrition through feeding tubes and calculating CRIs (e.g., analgesics, inotropes, vasopressors).
Qualifications :
Minimum 3 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician in Emergency / Critical Care.
Proficient in animal care, handling, and ICU nursing.
Strong communication skills and a passion for patient care.
Exceptional teamwork abilities and commitment to continuous learning.
Ability to multitask and maintain organization in a fast-paced environment.
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