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Veterinary Technician Assistant
Veterinary Technician AssistantEthos Veterinary Health • Gilbert, AZ, US
Veterinary Technician Assistant

Veterinary Technician Assistant

Ethos Veterinary Health • Gilbert, AZ, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Job description :

  • AVECCC is a 24‐hour veterinary emergency and critical care hospital in Gilbert, AZ.
  • We have the most skilled doctors in the state and provide significantly complex treatments in the western US.
  • Our Veterinary Technicians and Technician Assistants have amazing opportunities to learn and participate in procedures such as dialysis and total plasma replacements.
  • Our clinical team works closely with neurologists, internists, dermatologists, oncologists and a surgical team to provide the highest quality care to our patients.
  • AVECCC is an organization that prides itself on its core values to drive a dynamic culture.
  • We offer a unique training program that offers many opportunities to learn and grow from Technician Assistant to our Senior Veterinary Technicians, shift leads, supervisors, and managers.
  • AVECCC has a commitment to health and wellness, not only for our patients, but also for our staff.
  • To help manage burnout and compassion fatigue, employees have access to an onsite social worker dedicated to their personal wellness.
  • We offer a sign on bonus for experienced emergency technicians, competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, CE allowance, full benefit packages, 401K with a company match, overnight pay differential, and Paid Time Off.
  • AVECCC is partnered with NVA Compassion First (NVA-CF), the largest private owner of freestanding veterinary hospitals in North America with over 1300 locations worldwide.
  • NVA Compassion First is rapidly growing and competes in a $25 billion industry.

Learn more about us at http :

  • / / www.nvaonline.com Job Purpose : The purpose of the Veterinary Technician Assistant is to provide high quality medical support and nursing care to companion animal patients.
  • All teams are under the direction of the doctor on staff.
  • The doctor is the lead, and will be prioritizing patients, directing the team and is the ultimate decision maker for all medical treatments.
  • The Shift Leads are the leads for managing the floor and its flow.
  • JOB REQUIREMENTS 1.
  • Telephone Triage and Client Relations Recognize and respond appropriately to veterinary medical emergencies.
  • Demonstrate effective client communication and customer service skills.
  • Demonstrate professional and appropriate appearance and language.
  • Perform follow-up calls to determine patients’ post-treatment status. 2.
  • Maintain basic cleanliness and orderliness of a veterinary facility Restock supplies.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of basic cleaning techniques of animal kennels and bedding, examination rooms, hospital facilities, and surgical suites. 3.
  • Pharmacy and Pharmacology Recognize general types and groups of drugs and use proper terminology.
  • Differentiate prescription drugs from over-the-counter drugs and describe proper prescription label requirements.
  • Label and package dispensed drugs correctly.
  • Restocking of supplies and checking expiration dates. 4.
  • Animal Nursing Demonstrate basic knowledge of normal and abnormal animal behavior.
  • Utilize patient and personnel safety measures.
  • Identify potential Zoonotic diseases.
  • Describe and follow proper isolation procedures.
  • Be familiar with OSHA standards.
  • Determine and record TPR.
  • Provide routine record-keeping and observation of hospitalized patients.
  • Demonstrate a basic understanding of common diseases and medical conditions.
  • Monitor / restrain patients for fluid therapy and record observations.
  • Administer oral tablets and capsules (dog, cat).
  • Perform therapeutic bathing and basic grooming.
  • Prepare food and prescription diets - be aware of any special dietary needs.
  • Walk dogs.
  • Clean and disinfect cages and kennels.
  • Provide care and maintenance of nursing equipment.
  • Ensure proper care of strays including feeding, walking, cleaning, and interacting with local shelters. 5.
  • Restrain Patients Place and remove small animals from cages.
  • Place and restrain small animals on tables.

    • Apply dog and cat safety muzzles.

    Apply Elizabethan collars.

  • Demonstrate standing, sitting and lateral restraint positions. 6.
  • Surgical Preparation and Assisting Prepare surgical equipment / supplies.
  • Clean and sterilize instruments and supplies using appropriate methods.
  • Identify common instruments.
  • Assist with preparation of patients using aseptic technique.
  • Aid with physical monitoring of recovering surgical patients.
  • Perform post-surgical clean up.
  • Fold surgical gowns and drapes. 7.
  • Assistance in the laboratory Collect voided urine samples.
  • Assist in the collection of blood samples for procedures.
  • Assist in necropsy procedures. 8.
  • Aftercare Be familiar with the euthanasia process and post mortem care.
  • Make memorial paw prints and prepare pets for cremation. 9.
  • Radiology Assist in the completion of diagnostic radiographs and ultrasound. 10.
  • General Skills Interact professionally with members of medical treatment team.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication with employees and customers.
  • Assist with other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
  • Participate in company work groups as indicated.
  • OTHER REQUIREMENTS Current enrollment in or completion of an accredited veterinary technology program or related animal health science degree.
  • An individual may be considered qualified if she / he has clinical experience in lieu of formal education.
  • Computer proficiency required.
  • Ability to multitask.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Punctual.
  • Works well with others.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to work holidays, nights, and weekends.

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