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Neurology Veterinary Technician Job Description 

We will train the right person! Working in the Neurology Department will give you an exciting, unique education in administering MRIs and CT scans. If you have technician experience and want to learn some fascinating new skills, apply today!!  

** $500 signing bonus on your first day and another $500 after six months of successful employment.**

Central Texas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospitals will empower you to do just that. The
Neurology Technician is responsible for providing outstanding patient care and exceptional client
service while working with doctors and shift leadership to address patient care needs. Thrive in an
environment that encourages education and continues to grow within the profession.

• EXCELLENCE
  • Driven to provide the highest standard in all that we do while being a positive force in the community we serve.
• INTEGRITY
  • Always be accountable for your actions personally and professionally. Do what you say and mean what you do.
• ADAPTABLE
  • Fearless, willing to embrace change and modify behaviors while being flexible and resilient in the face of adversity.
• GROWTH-ORIENTED
  • Ongoing commitment to actively increase individual knowledge and skill to provide exceptional care and powerful medicine.
• SUPPORTIVE TEAM PLAYER
  • Display compassion, kindness, dignity, and respect during all communication. Utilize emotional awareness and assess all situations before reacting. Read the room.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

➢ Restrain animals for neurological examinations, procedures, and treatments. 

➢ Prepare prescriptions as ordered by the doctor: Appropriate container, labeling, directions,
and warnings. 

➢ Perform laboratory procedures. 

➢ Assist in performing diagnostic studies, including radiography, CT, and MRI. 

➢ Basic inventory and stocking duties. 

➢ Basic surgical duties: Prepare the surgical suite and anesthesia equipment; pull instruments
& open room; scrub & assist in surgery as needed; break down & clean room; clean, wrap
and sterilize packs. 

➢ Take the patient's vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and respiration. 

➢ Maintain cleanliness and order in work areas. 

➢ Consistent, on-time arrival at work each day you are scheduled to work. 

➢ Excellent communication skills. 

➢ Ability to work well with others as a team. 

➢ Flexibility and the ability to adjust to a changing environment. 

➢ Handle stress and pressure calmly, with poise and tact. 

➢ Self-motivated, hard worker. 

➢ Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and delegate appropriately. 

➢ Willingness and ability to learn new tasks quickly. 

➢ Ability to receive constructive criticism and accept responsibility for actions. 

➢ Reliable and dependable. 

➢ Common sense, good judgment, and a sense of humor. 

QUALIFICATIONS:➢ High School diploma or equivalent.
➢ Veterinary experience is required.
➢ Stellar customer service skills are required.
➢ Basic computer skills are necessary.
➢ Overtime and Saturdays may be required. 

BENEFITS PACKAGE:➢ Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options, all starting the first of the month following
the date of hire. 

➢ 401K with company match. 

➢ Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options are included. 

➢ Long-Term Disability options. 

➢ Short Term Disability, paid for by the employer. 

➢ Complimentary Life Insurance is $15,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary
benefits for self or family. 

➢ Personal pet discounts. 

➢ Partnership with Purdue University’s online Licensed Veterinary Technician Program. 

PHYSICAL EFFORT:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, stand, stoop,
walk, and stand for an extended period of time. Required to lift up to forty (40) pounds.
Employees will be expected to request assistance with lifting or carrying animals or materials over
40 pounds. 

WORK REQUIREMENTS:➢ Radiation exposure (x-ray, CT Scan). 

➢ Possible exposure to gas sterilization using ethylene oxide. 

➢ Hazards associated with infected animals, controlled substances, and potential exposure to
contagious diseases. 

➢ Exposures to unpleasant odors and noises. 

➢ Exposure to aggressive patients, bites, scratches, and animal wastes. 

Working as a Neurology Veterinary Technician at Central Texas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency
Hospitals is a challenging and rewarding career. Neurology Veterinary Technicians are expected to
be active participants in our mission to provide the highest quality care to our clients and their
pets. 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by
the employee. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to
perform any other job-related duties expected by the employee's supervisor, a Central Office team
member, or any doctor. 

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the
unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in
their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating
sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.