What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology position at Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists?
Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician to our team.
Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists (BEVS) is Vermont’s only specialty and 24/7 emergency animal hospital and we provide a level of care you simply won’t find anyplace else in the state. From expert emergency and critical care 24 hours a day to advanced veterinary specialty and referral services—including dentistry and oral surgery, internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, radioiodine therapy, and surgery—BEVS animal hospital is a trusted partner not only to you and your pet, but also to the region’s primary care veterinarians. https://bevsvt.com/
Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician
Burlington Emergency and Veterinary Specialists in Williston, VT
$26.00 - $32.00 depending on experience and licensure, with a possible range of $34-40/hour for licensed VTS techs.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones
- Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
- Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas
- Perform physical assessments and record your observations
- Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients
- Explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions
- Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms, and inform inventory manager when supplies need to be ordered
- Assist the Veterinarian in medical specialty procedures (be comfortable with blood draws; prepare patients for surgery; administer anesthesia; monitor patients during surgery and recovery; administer fluids)
- Care for all surgical materials and keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery
BENEFITS
We’re passionate about helping you reach your greatest potential – both at work and at home. As a result, our total compensation package is outstanding:
- Great pay with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 401K with a company match of up to 4%- after 6 months of service
- Generous paid time off
- Mental Health Resources
- Company-paid bonding leave
Plus, special benefits to utilize for your own pet:
- Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
- Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing
- Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods
- Pet Insurance: Discounts available with our preferred vendor
REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) required
- Minimum two years of prior veterinary hospital experience required, prior specialty and/or anesthesia experience preferred
- Must have a positive attitude and be a team player
Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.
Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.
Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/
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Salary : $26 - $40