What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician position at Northstar VETS?
NorthStar VETS is seeking
a Veterinary Technician to join its team!
By the numbers:
- Independently owned and operated for 22 years
- 3 hospitals in the Garden State
- 18 specialties for exceptional collaboration
- 250 team members – 98 of which have 5 years or more tenure
- 33,000 square foot, award-winning main hospital
By the experience:
- Large but not intimidating – great learning environment
- Truly service oriented – just read our extraordinary reviews
- Sustainability conscious – building design supports people and the planet
- Diversity – of caseload, team members, referral community, and clients
- Progressive – advancing care through clinical trials
- Supportive – structured onboarding, mentorship and training
- Life integration - higher-than-average technician-to veterinarian ratio
- Choice - easy access to beaches, cities, country villages, or suburban conveniences
- Prosperity - financial resources and programs to manage debt and even buy a home with no down payment
- Empowerment - opportunities to make a difference in people and their pet’s lives through service
- Seasons – winter, spring, summer, and fall
- Fun - with over 250 coworkers, you’re sure to make many new friends
By the recognition:
- VECCS Level 1
- VetCOT Trauma Center II
- Cat Friendly Practice Gold Level
- Veterinary Economics Hospital Design Award
- AAHA Referral Practice of the Year Award
Requirements
The technician is primarily responsible for maintaining excellence in patient care and assisting the veterinarian. Technicians also play a vital role in client communication. Technicians work in all areas of the hospital to provide the best possible care for patients. This position holds an essential role in communication and organization between all team members.
- Knowledge of and
ability to obtain vitals for Small Animals, Avian, and Exotics
- Patient Record Keeping (Treatment
Sheet and Computer Record)
- Restraint of patients Using
Low-Stress Techniques
- Basic Knowledge of Common Diseases
- Knowledge of Commonly Used
Medications (Routes of Administration, /- Filter, Dilution)
- Proficient in Basic Medical Math
(lbs to kgs, dose to ml administered, etc)
- Able to calculate intravenous
fluid rates
- Proficient in administration of
SQ, IM, and IV medications
- Ability to read doctors’ orders
and perform treatments accordingly
- Able to Perform Phlebotomy
(Peripheral and Jugular)
- Able to Place Peripheral IV
Catheters
- Ability to operate patient
infusion pumps
- Triage Emergency Patients
- Able to Assist in CPCR Following
the RECOVER Guidelines
- Knowledge of and adherence to
Aseptic Technique
- Assist doctors in appointments
- Client Communication
- Assist with radiographs using
appropriate PPE
- Medicate patients as prescribed
via oral or topical routes
- Proficient in operating all
Laboratory Equipment
- Perform basic animal husbandry
- Assist in keeping the hospital
clean and stocked
- Report inventory needs to
appropriate team member
- Demonstrate knowledge of
sanitation and disinfection techniques
- ie. patient kennels and bedding, exam
rooms, hospital facilities, and surgical suites
- Able to collect voided urine
samples from patients.
- Ability to disconnect/stop and
reconnect/start IV pumps
- Effectively communicate with all
members of the staff
- Always practice in a manner that
upholds NorthStar VETS Core Values
- Complete other projects/duties as
assigned by management
- Attend hospital/department
meetings as required
- Participate in the on-call and
holiday schedule as required
Job Environment
Fast paced, multi-task, must be
able to lift up to 45 lbs solo and 150 lbs with some assistance, standing for
prolonged periods of time, tolerate sickness/death, exposure to zoonotic diseases and occupational radiation.
Benefits
What do we have to offer you?
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Care
- Dental Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K Savings Plan
- Employee Pet Discount
- Paid Continuing Education (CE) Hours
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Access to Membership with the Credit Union of NJ
- Uniform Allotment
- Partnership with Penn Foster Technician Program
Because we value our team members, NorthStar VETS offers the best benefits package!
At NorthStar VETS, we’re dedicated to professionalism,
excellence, service, compassion and teamwork. In short, where others hire, we
select.
And yes, we have all the progressive equipment, compensation, benefits, and resources you’d expect of a leading high-caliber hospital, but there is so much more that NorthStar VETS can offer you. For a confidential conversation with Director of Nursing, Meghan Carlucci, CVT, please apply now.
