What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinarian ICU Technician/Assistant position at Long Animal Hospital & Emergency Center?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Veterinary ICU Staff is responsible for creating relationships with clients while ensuring the patients receive the best medical care while hospitalized in the ICU. As an integral part of the company, the ICU staff is responsible for communicating with the doctors about the patients in our care and working closely with the doctor to carry out necessary treatments.
The positions are responsible for maintaining key performance indicators and have a clear intention to improve their personal, professional and financial goals. The role of a Veterinary Technician/Assistant will be skilled in medical terminology, client communication, be inspiring to others and have the patient’s best interest in mind.
ABOUT LONG ANIMAL HOSPITAL:
Serving Charlotte since 1948, Long Animal Hospital is a trusted source for veterinary expertise and high-quality veterinary medical care for dogs, cats, and exotics in Charlotte NC and the surrounding communities. Our mission is to empower a lifetime of memories, bringing pet health solutions that impact our community. We provide owners with the education they need to make a fully informed decision about their pet's health care. We are dedicated to ensuring our patients have the results and success they deserve. We stand by our motto “What have you done to make someone’s day?”
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:
- Creates/maintains a high level of trust with our clients on all aspects of their pet care
- Assists doctors with client communication and education
- Represents the company with high regard and respect by following our core values
- Able to work well with the other staff as well as individually
- Follows the protocols set forth by management
- We are looking for friendly faces with positive attitudes that are willing to learn and grow as a team player
ICU TECHNICIAN/ASSISTANT CAPABILITIES / KEY COMPETENCIES:
- Monitors hospitalized and medical boarding patients while keeping direct and constant communication with the veterinarian
- Understanding of Veterinary Medical Terminology and common Veterinary Medical Conditions
