What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Veterinary Technician/Technician Assistant-Critical Care Unit position at Wisconsin Equine Clinic & Hospital?
Are you a veterinary technician with a solid foundation in horsemanship, seeking a challenging yet rewarding position in equine medicine? If so, Wisconsin Equine Clinic & Hospital has an opportunity for you!
About Us:
At Wisconsin Equine Clinic & Hospital, we understand that your horse is more than ‘just a horse’.
THEY ARE FRIENDS.
THEY ARE FAMILY.
THEY ARE TEAMMATES.
As such, it is our goal to work collaboratively, pulling from our diverse backgrounds in equine medicine, to ensure the best possible outcome for our patients and clients. We offer on-farm care and a world-class hospital setting, providing comprehensive solutions to our areas horse health and wellness needs.
What to Expect:
· Mentorship & Utilization: Our Doctors enjoy having the opportunity to mentor, guide and support professional development all while allowing techs to flex their skill set and really partner in patient care.
· Quality Medicine. Our team of Doctors and Technicians utilize state of the art equipment to perform advanced techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.
· Patient Care is our priority: We are advocates for our patients and ensure that we provide outstanding care along with excellent client education and communication.
The Ideal Candidate:
(1) Critical Care Technician/Assistant
The applicant must have horse handling experience and a basic knowledge of equine behavior. Previous technician experience preferred. Ability to work well both independently and as a team player. Great attention to detail and the ability to adapt quickly to a changing fast paced environment.
Critical Care Position Responsibilities Include:
Preparing, updating, completing patient treatment and medical record- medical knowledge preferred.
Triaging incoming patients and managing clients throughout their visit.
IVC placement and administering fluid therapy.
Admitting and discharging patients.
Maintaining up to date billing and up to date patient charting as prescribed by treatment plan.
Assisting DVM's in patient diagnostics, treatment, and procedures.
Utilizing different modalities of imaging for patient assessment, set up and use.
Collection and handling laboratory samples, including inhouse laboratory procedure such as CBC/Chem/SAA/fecal testing/IGG/PRP
Maintaining and stocking areas of the hospital.
Helping in other areas of the Hospital if staffing is required.
Availability-Must be flexible to work occasional holidays, weekend shift, and on-call.
Applicants should be comfortable working in a fast paced environment, on their feet for long periods of time, must be able to bend down, kneel, squat, and be able to lift 40 pounds.
Full-time Benefits include comprehensive Medical, Dental, 401k Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, Uniform Allowance, Veterinary Services Benefits, Continuing Education Benefits and Paid Time Off.
Anticipated Schedule :
30-40 hours per week. Shift schedule may vary week to week. Typically 10 hour shifts, but some 8hr or 6hr shifts can occur based on need.
Our Clinic provides care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year!
Premium hourly differential paid for Holidays, and 3erd shift.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $23
