What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Veterinary Technician position at Driftless Surgical?
Overview
We are looking for a friendly, outgoing traveling veterinary technician to assist with orthopedic and soft tissue procedures.
What will the surgical assistant need to do?
-Assist setting up surgery room
-Maintain a sterile field
-Prepare surgical site for surgery
-Assist in surgery (minor responsibilities like dabbing away blood from an osteotomy or filling a bulb with flush; doctor is a great coach)
- Clean surgical equipment and rewrap packs
-Compose emails or texts correspondence with owners and clinic team members
-Help as needed
Who may enjoy this position most:
-Likes variety in their work day and work week. We travel to different clinics in many towns.
-Has interest in veterinary surgery
-Loves learning
-Can get along well with others and enjoys meeting new people
-Enjoys efficiency and routine within the work itself
-Has a sense of humor while still maintaining respect and professionalism. We strive to bring joy to the people we work with while staying focused on providing the best care possible.
-Empathizes with how important animals are to their owners. Each patient we help is someone's family member who they're doing everything they can to help them feel better. We help give back joy and quality of life to cats, dogs, and their families.
Qualifications
- Certified Veterinary Technician with current licensure or certification in veterinary technology.
- Proven veterinary technician experience with knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal anatomy, and physiology.
- Hands-on experience in animal handling, restraint techniques, and aseptic procedures.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $28.90 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $18 - $29