What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician Assistant - Specialty Anesthesia position at NVA Equine?
Are you a veterinary technician with a solid foundation in anesthesia, seeking a challenging yet rewarding position in advanced diagnostic care? If so, Oakridge Equine Hospital has an opportunity for you!
About Us
At Oakridge Equine, we understand that the animals we treat are more than ‘just a animal’.
As such, it is our goal to work collaboratively, pulling from our diverse backgrounds in equine and small animal medicine, to ensure the best possible outcome for our patients and clients. We offer world-class surgical hospital setting, providing comprehensive solutions to all areas of horse health and wellness needs, including outpatient small animal MR services.
What To Expect
About Us
At Oakridge Equine, we understand that the animals we treat are more than ‘just a animal’.
As such, it is our goal to work collaboratively, pulling from our diverse backgrounds in equine and small animal medicine, to ensure the best possible outcome for our patients and clients. We offer world-class surgical hospital setting, providing comprehensive solutions to all areas of horse health and wellness needs, including outpatient small animal MR services.
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.
- You are a Certified Veterinary technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant, with solid understanding and experience in small animal anesthesia.
- A team player, you enjoy a fast-paced environment and can think critically on your feet
- You are able to remain composed in stressful and emotional situations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Motivated, dependable individual with a strong work ethic and a love for animals
- Must be able to lift 40lbs
- Patient assessment and physical examinations
- Phlebotomy, catheter placement & management of fluid administration
- Highly capable surgical and procedural anesthesia nurse
- Utilizing different modalities of imaging for patient assessment, set up and use.
- Assisting DVM's in patient diagnostics, treatment, and procedures
- Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures such as CBC/Chem/SAA/fecal testing/IGG/PRP
- Preparing, updating, and completing patient treatments and maintaining accurate medical records
- Part-time flexible position available. We will work with you to find a schedule that works.
- Competitively Strong Hourly wage
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Veterinary Services Benefits