Surgical technician Jobs in Gilbert, AZ

Job Purpose : The purpose of the Veterinary Technician is to provide high-quality medical support and nursing care to companion animal patients. All teams are under the direction of the doctor, Charge Nurse and / or Shift Lead.  Duties & Responsibilities :   Technical Duties  Proficient IV catheter placement  Use and maintain IV pumps  Understands and carries out written and oral directions  Proficient and accurate drug calculations and administration  Quality nursing and husbandry care of patients  Strong working knowledge of veterinary procedures and pharmacology  Perform in‐hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for outside labs, as needed when lab tech is not available. Report diagnostic testing results to veterinarians  Perform and / or participate in all other diagnostics such as radiology, ultrasound, ECG, BP, and glucose monitoring  Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs and weights as well as providing client education  Provide nursing care for in‐hospital patients including all DVM requested treatments, diagnostics, and medications  Accurately and completely record all treatments  Conduct pre‐admission exams and discharge hospitalized patients  Perform client callbacks as necessary  Maintain legally defensible medical records in cooperation with veterinarians  Actively engages in Rounds  Rounds delivered / received at shift changes, anytime a staff member comes on shift or leaves a shift  Rounds will be complete, detailed, and relative to patient & client care  Monitor anesthesia utilizing equipment such as pulse oximeter and electrocardiogram  Prepare patients for surgery including pre-op medications, induction / intubation, and surgery preparations  Assist veterinarian through surgery and monitor patients through anesthesia recovery  Keep accurate anesthesia / surgical medical records  Effectively communicate treatment and costs to owners and collect signatures and / or verbal consent forms and treatment plans  Housekeeping Duties  Maintain cleanliness of surgery suite, treatment area and exams rooms for all surfaces, including lights, tables, cabinets, walls and floors  Keep areas stocked with necessities  Maintain equipment cleanliness and longevity by vacuuming pet hair from keyboards, wheels and equipment  Clean cages, provide fresh bedding regularly and sanitize the cages between patients  Discard sharps appropriately and exchange for empty containers when necessary  Administrative Duties  Log controlled drugs  Know how to use the inventory module in our veterinary practice‐management software  Restock shelves and drawers in exam rooms and treatment area  Follow OSHA requirements  Follow practice’s health and safety protocols  Be proficient in using our veterinary practice‐management software (EzyVet, SmartFlow, Timeless)  Assist Client Administrators as necessary  Attending staff and individual meetings as scheduled  Client Services  Answer incoming phone calls; respond with appropriate information; encourage patient exam / evaluation  Greet incoming clients / patients; facilitate medical record paperwork / computer entry  Create estimates for services as requested by the doctor  Admit / discharge patients  Collaborate with pDVMs  Teamwork  Participates in a positive manner in all group sizes.  Refrains from participating in gossip‐leads by example.  Supports team members by assisting other areas, is receptive to feedback and suggestions.  Engages in active problem‐solving vs. Problem‐identifying.  Makes suggestions related to client / patient service improvements and hospital efficiency.  Knowledge / Skills  Experience equivalent to job duties and responsibilities  Excellent veterinary nursing and technical skills  Excellent communication skills – written and verbal  Strong computer skills  Strong ability to multi‐task, delegate and oversee daily workflow  Strong working knowledge of emergency veterinary medicine  Strong work ethic and professionalism  Physical  Able to properly restrain dog and cat patients for veterinary care and procedures  Able to stand, sit, bend, restrain, squat for extended periods of time  Able to function within a busy, stressful work environment in a mature, professional manner  Able to lift 60 lbs. in a safe manner  Able to type, write and verbally converse  Able to work the posted schedule  Benefits  VTS Support  CE Allowance  Uniform Allowance  Paid License Renewal Fees  Paid Time Off  Employee Pet Discount  Shift / Weekend Pay Differential  Opportunity for VTNE Reimbursement  401k  Medical / Dental / Vision  Disability Insurance  Life Insurance  Equal Employment Opportunity  ARISE 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. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Hiring is contingent on candidate verifying their eligibility to work in the United States and passing a complete background check and drug screen.  Powered by JazzHR