Veterinary Technician - Critical Care (ECC)

Job Description

Job DescriptionEmergency Critical Care Veterinary Technician

If emergency medicine is your passion and you want to kick it up a notch, look no further! Reach out today to start a new career with the Fetch ECC Team!

Fetch Specialty and Emergency Veterinary Centers is seeking an experienced veterinary technician to join our critical care team in Brandon, FL. As a family-owned emergency and specialty veterinary hospital, we offer advanced and specialized veterinary services to our guests and referring veterinarians. Our team of veterinary professionals provide compassionate care and exceptional guest service to our patients and guests alike. The Emergency Critical Care Vet Technician will work in a fast-paced environment, providing high-quality care to pets in critically emergent situations. With the support of our experienced team you will have the opportunity to utilize and expand your skills and knowledge while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families. We are one of the only facilities in the area that has mechanical ventilator, dialysis, and therapeutic plasma exchange capabilities. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to learn the most advanced therapies, practice the highest standard medicine, and delve into the most progressive specialty!

***Sign-on Bonus ***

Schedule: Rotating Schedule from 9am-7pm, Monday-Sunday.

Shift Differentials:

Sunday - Thursday Night differential $4.00 (7:30p - 7:30a)

Friday/Saturday Night differential $6.00 (7:30p - 7:30a)

Saturday/Sunday Daytime differential $2.00 (7:30a - 7:30p)

Responsibilities

• Works closely with our board certified criticalists to provide excellent care of our patients and guests.
• Candidate must have the veterinary nurse skills as listed below:
• Have nursing skills that include proper animal restraint, obtain vitals, anesthesia monitoring, intubation, catheter placement, phlebotomy, performing treatments, and administering medications
• Able to monitor and care for patients using state of the art equipment and protocols
• Have knowledge of anesthetic protocols used in ECC surgical procedures and ability to run anesthesia for these cases
• Have knowledge of running in house lab machines, sending lab samples out and positioning and taking radiographs
• Have knowledge of triage and the ability to discuss estimates for diagnostics, procedures, and/or treatments with the clients
• Ability to document and maintain medical records
• Have sound knowledge of medical terminology, common disease processes and medical emergencies
• Cleaning, stocking and helping to maintain proper care of the hospital equipment
• Ability to provide thoughtful and compassionate communication with pet owners and referring veterinarians
• Knowledge and experience with CT scans/Dialysis/ventilators/TPE/ Central/PICC lines are a plus

Technical Skills

• Be knowledgeable about safety standards in all areas of the veterinary hospital
• Proper and safe animal restraint/handling techniques for procedures, radiographs,
  and treatments
• Preform TPR
• Input data into electronic medical record system
• Basic medical terminology and common disease processes and medical emergencies
• Basic knowledge of triage
• Ability to assist in supervised sedated procedures
• IV catheter set up and phlebotomy sample collection
• Properly use laboratory equipment including CBC machine, chemistry analyzer,
  coagulation analyzer, microscope, etc.
• Properly handle all types of laboratory specimens and submit to appropriate
  laboratories
• Submit radiographs/CT images for review or storage
• Assisting with restraint for ultrasound, input patient info, and transfer images to
  medical record system

What are you waiting for? This is your opportunity to sharpen your skills in a fast-paced environment. Reach out today and begin your new career with Fetch!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT), preferred
• Previous experience in specialty and/or emergency veterinary medicine, preferred
• Strong knowledge of veterinary medical protocols and procedures
• Proficient in the administration and monitoring of anesthesia
• Excellent technical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle and restrain animals of various sizes and temperaments
• Capacity to excel in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Flexibility with working schedule, including availability for on-call, weekend shifts and holidays.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Safe Harbor 401K with Company Match
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Personal)
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Team member Pet Wellness Plan
• Team member Pet Discount
• Continuing Education
• Uniform Allowance
• Tuition Reimbursement