What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician - VO Vets FW position at Suveto?
From wellness to urgent care, VO Vets, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, in Fort Worth, TX is changing what it means to provide quality care and convenient availability at our AAHA-accredited and cat friendly veterinary hospital. Our mission, day in and day out, will be to provide the friendliest and highest quality pet care available in veterinary medicine today.
The mission of VO Vets is simple: warm, friendly pet care with less stress. We’ve combined a highly qualified team, quality care and leading-edge technology with availability that is convenient to the client in order to create a new veterinary experience that meets all of our clients and their pet’s needs.
$1000 Signing Bonus
We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician, to join our team at our Fort Worth location.
You will be responsible for performing advanced medical, diagnostic, and laboratory procedures under the direction of a licensed veterinarian.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Manage and provide for the patient’s needs.
- Triage patients and determine if patient is stable or critical.
- Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in files.
- Assist veterinarian in all aspects during surgical procedures; pre-medication, set up, induction, preparation, maintenance of general anesthesia, surgical monitoring, surgical assisting, recovery, writing post op orders and pain management protocols.
- Perform blood collection via all routes and ability to know best collection method based on individual patient needs or specific test requirements.
- Preparation of fluid therapy- infusion pump/syringe pump set up, appropriate IVF set up, fluid types and rates for administration, CRI calculations and monitoring.
- Assist with dosage calculations and dispensing of medication including controlled substances as well as advanced emergency drug calculations, dosing and administering route protocols and common contraindications.
- Monitor daily activities of in-hospital patients both stable or who require advanced monitoring.
- Communicate with doctors, technicians, office staff and clients regarding status of patients.
- Prepare patients for discharge to owners including client education about home care and medication to be given.
- Follow established hospital policies and procedures when handling client concerns and complaints.
- Document legibly and keep accurate medical records in accordance to hospital policy.
- Clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
- Performs other job duties as assigned.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Excellent listening and communication skills.
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- Must be flexible and able to adapt to new situations.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to act as a team player.
- Basic veterinary medical terminology required.
Proficiency in the following is preferred:
- Anesthesia Monitoring
- Dental prophylaxis
- Intubation
- Venipuncture
- I.V. catheter placement
- Radiology positioning
- Animal handling/restraint
Benefits:
Our employment package for full-time employees includes paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, pet care discounts, 401K with a true match up to 4%. In addition, all full-time hospital team members receive VSOP® grants, SUVETO’S VETERINARY STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN, at no cost to team members. VSOP® is an ownership program that tracks the value of the entire Suveto organization.
VO Vets, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.