Veterinary Technician Surgical/Anesthesia

Pennsauken Animal Hospital is growing! We are undergoing a large renovation and expansion that will award us the title of largest veterinary practice in Camden County, NJ. Our new building will be equipped with a state-of-the-art surgery suite, in-hospital STAT lab, ICU and Emergency/Urgent Care wing, feline and canine friendly Primary Care wings, and many more exciting medical additions. 

We are seeking a full-time surgical veterinary technician who is customer service driven and highly motivated. The position would require a flexible schedule in addition to nights and weekends.

Our services include wellness, urgent care, sick visits, dentistry, and surgery. We offer digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, ultrasound, an in-house laboratory, and a fully stocked pharmacy. We work hard to maintain relationships with existing clients as well as focusing on community outreach and creating new clients relationships. We pride ourselves on client education ensuring that we answer all questions that clients may have regarding the care of their pet(s). We work very closely with several local rescues and have contracts with local animal control to offer care to many animals within our local communities.

We take the health and well-being of our employees seriously, offering flexible working conditions and encouraging a well-rounded work/life balance. Our employees’ quality of life outside of the practice is something we strongly value and support.  These values allow us to BE EPIC - Believe in. Empowerment, Empathy, Professional, Integrity, and Collaboration. We are also conveniently located mins from Philadelphia and are about an hour away from New Jersey shore towns!

Job Functions:

· Provide aseptic techniques

· IV fluid therapy

· Assist in dose calculation

· Administration and knowledge of analgesic and anesthetic therapy

· Anesthetic monitoring skills

· Assist in treatment of life-threatening emergencies (CPR)

· Knowledge of basic instruments/pack preparation

· Preparation of lab samples

· Surgical record keeping skills

· Ensuring surgical suite is prepared for daily procedures

· Inspection of anesthetic machines, endotracheal tubes, and other surgical equipment

· Equipment/surgical troubleshooting skills

· Exhibit communication skills with coworkers and clients

· Assist coworkers with daily appointments when needed

Requirements:

· At least 2 years anesthetic and surgical experience

· Excellent communication skills

· Strong work ethic and a positive attitude

Benefits include:

Medical, dental, vision insurance

HRA & FSA

401k 

Mental health HRA

Financial wellness program

Employee assistance program

Pet care discount

Scrub allowance

Continuing education allowance

Paid time off

This year we are celebrating 75 years of servicing the community and their pets!  We have a staff of over 50 which includes 7 doctors and numerous support staff. We take pride in partnering with our clients to help them provide the best health care possible for their pets. We focus on education and prevention as a means to keep pets healthy and happy. You can find us on the web at www.pennsaukenvet.com.

Pennsauken Animal Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time