Veterinary Technician/Surgery/Anesthesia-Annapolis

Veterinary Anesthesia/Surgery Technician

Are you an experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician with a passion for surgery?

Do you want to learn from board-certified Surgeons, expanding your knowledge while enhancing your skill set?

Do you aim for perfection and enjoy ensuring surgery goes off without a hitch?

Look no further, as Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists (CVSS) located in Annapolis, MD has THE opportunity for you!

* If you recently graduated from an AVMA accredited program and are ready to take your VTNE - ask us about reimbursement! *

About Us:

Founded in 1992, CVSS was the FIRST veterinary hospital with board-certified surgeons (in fact, the first TWO board-certified surgeons in the state of Maryland).

The medical staff of Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists is composed of nine staff surgeons, four surgical residents, surgical interns, Registered Veterinary Technicians, technician assistants, and ICU technicians. All of our staff surgeons are boarded or board-eligible by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.

We share a 28,000 sq. ft. facility with veterinary internists, cardiologists, oncologists, ophthalmologists, neurologists, rehabilitation therapists, and a 24-hour emergency clinic. Our direct access to a multitude of other veterinary specialists in both of our locations means that we are able to offer cross-specialty care for the most complex cases.

What to Expect:

• Great Learning Opportunities: You will be working alongside board-certified surgeons, surgical interns & residents, and incredibly talented, tenured RVTs. Questions will be asked, discussion will be taking place with detailed explanations and unique cases. You will have the opportunity to take it all in.
• Advanced Medicine: We are one of the Mid-Atlantic region's most experienced and advanced teams. By partnering with primary care veterinarians, we are able to provide our patients with the very best surgical care. Variety of surgeries include advanced soft-tissue, orthopedic, oncologic, neurologic, emergency, and cardio/thoracic.
• Recognition: At CVSS, we love to celebrate each other. Our team nominates peers to receive a "good job reward" when they witness exceptional work. It's a great feeling to know that you are valued for who you are and each unique experience you bring to the team.

About You:

• You are a Veterinary Technician (preferably registered) with 2+ years of experience in surgery/anesthesia that is dedicated to outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
• You understand the importance of maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people who share that same value.
• You're not afraid to jump in and get your feet wet! A diligent worker who takes initiative and contributes to the operation of the entire hospital, you will help get all the day's duties done!
• You are eager to continue enhancing your skill set and enjoy learning & collaborating with a team.
• If you are not an RVT, you must have a strong foundational understanding and be able to perform the responsibilities of a surgical veterinary technician, including (but not limited to):
  • Venipuncture
  • Placing IV Catheters
  • Prepping patients for surgery
  • Calculating drugs, CRI's, & fluid rates
  • Monitoring and recovering anesthesia patients
  • Scrubbing in for soft-tissue and orthopedic surgeries
  • Cleaning/wrapping/sterilizing surgical instruments
  • Administration of Medications (IV or other methods)

Anticipated Schedule:

• Schedule provided 4-6 weeks in advance
• Four 10-hour shifts between M-F (anytime between 7a-7p)
• Weekend on-call every 6-8 weeks (3-month advance notice)

Compensation:

• Range: $28-$42, depending on experience and skillset

Benefits:

• Paid License Renewal Fees
• CE Allowance
• Paid CE Days
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Referral Bonus

Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunities
Paid Time Off

• Personal/Sick Time Off
• Employee Pet Discount
• Tuition Assistance
• 401k (matching)
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Disability Insurance
• FSA

*Signing Bonus*

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