Veterinary Technician - Overnight Emergency

Job Description

Company Description

At Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates, we employ the finest veterinary professionals to deliver high-quality medical services while promoting a culture of compassion and authenticity. We cultivate attractive working environments and cultures for every hospital staff member, making sure they have the resources to give every pet accurate attention and keep clients well-informed.

We are looking for Technicians and Licensed Technicians for our Overnight positions!

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Job Description

We are growing and need to hire Overnight Veterinary Technicians and Licensed Veterinary Technicians to join our fast-paced clinic and team. These candidates will have an outstanding attitude and be proficient in providing support to our team of veterinarians while delivering the best service to our clients. They will also work to form a team in our clinic by promoting teamwork and respect. The Overnight Veterinary Technician will lead and naturally implement to our group's cultural tenets.

As an Overnight Veterinary Technician, you will :

• Review vaccination records and prepare vaccines according to our vaccine protocol.
• Support veterinarians in procedures using accurate restraint; know how to restrain fractious patients.
• Assist veterinarian in surgical procedures using proper aseptic technique.
• Maintain and use equipment such as IDEXX Procyte / CatalystOne and autoclave.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures and analyses in hematology, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology.
• Prepare samples for outside laboratory analysis.
• Monitor patients under anesthesia.
• Induce anesthesia and intubate a patient.
• Coordinate treatments and injections following the instructions of a doctor or a treatment form.
• Initiate emergency procedures; triage patients.
• Maintain pharmacy records, and controlled drug, anesthesia logs.
• Take radiographs, with knowledge of accurate positioning and techniques.
• Take vital signs of animals including temperature, pulse, and respiration.
• Perform dental cleanings.
• Perform and analyze skin and ear cytologies.
• Perform catheterization- urinary and venous.
• Complete anal gland expression, ear cleanings, and nail trims
• Assist in maintaining and preparing records, consent forms, other documents.
• Support out other team members as needed.

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Additional information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Benefits

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If you are looking for a career adventure and an opportunity for unmatched personal growth, we want to hear from you.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.