Veterinary Nurse/Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia, Small Animal Clinical Sciences: College of [...]

Veterinary Nurse/Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia, Small Animal Clinical Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine The College of Veterinary Medicine invites applicants to apply for the position of Veterinary Nurse, Anesthesia, located within the Small Animal Clinical Sciences department. The primary purpose of this position is to provide quality, entry‑level nursing care for patients in the Anesthesia service. This position assesses patients, develops protocols for lower ASA levels, administers anesthetics, provides continuous monitoring through recovery, and maintains anesthesia equipment, supplies, area, and charges under the supervision of other veterinary nurses and service clinicians. It provides instruction as well as hands‑on clinical training experience to veterinary and veterinary technician students as pertains to knowledge and skill level. This position participates in continuing education to improve knowledge and skill level. Depending on experience and qualifications of the successful candidate, the individual will be hired as a Veterinary Nurse1, Veterinary Nurse2, Senior Veterinary Nurse1, or Senior Veterinary Nurse2. Typical Responsibilities Assesses and monitors patient vitals, anesthetic depth, as well as pain score for lower ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) level anesthetic procedures Develops and performs varied anesthetic protocols for lower ASA level anesthetic procedures and difficulties Administers anesthetic and analgesic drugs in a safe and effective manner for lower ASA levels and procedures Maintains patient safety and care until fully recovered or transferred to responsible service Assesses and provides proper analgesic or sedative treatment for both non‑anesthesia and anesthesia patients with guidance Inputs client/service anesthesia charges Teaching Responsibilities Verifies anesthetic protocols, doses and procedures with individuals to ensure quality patient care and management Teaches, performs, and confirms proper administration and calculation of medical treatments including use of crystalloids, colloids, anesthetic drugs, and devices Other items as assigned by the supervisor to help service Anesthetic Equipment and Supplies Maintains knowledge of proper anesthetic equipment handling, cleaning, care and applications Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and/or abnormalities Manages proper stocking, ordering, and handling of anesthetic supplies On‑Call Covers anesthesia on‑call on a rotating basis with overseeing veterinary nurse and clinician pending level of skill and knowledge. Call rotation requires technicians to cover primary on‑call as determined throughout the week then backup the remainder of the week pending anesthesia personnel and caseload. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Basic knowledge of veterinary nursing, including proper anesthetic applications for all phases of anesthesia (preparation, induction, maintenance, and post‑operative care), normal patient vitals, monitoring techniques, anesthetic/analgesic applications, advanced techniques, medical mathematics, pharmacology, physiology, anatomy, etc., for lower ASA cases supervision from a veterinary nurse or clinician on the service. Ability to assess and monitor patient vitals, anesthetic depth, as well as pain score for lower ASA levels and procedures. Knowledge of proper anesthetic equipment handling, cleaning, applications, troubleshooting, and supplies. Effective communication skills, including the ability to show compassion. Excellent judgment and decision‑making skills. Good time management skills. Ability to express patience and deal with high levels of stress. Ability to pay close attention to detail. Ability to lift, assist, and transport patients. Minimum Qualifications Must be a graduate of an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)‑accredited program in Veterinary Technology with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree. Must obtain a license to practice in Tennessee within the first year of employment. Future graduates will be considered as long as the degree is obtained prior to the start date. The Veterinary Medical Center is operational 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, and 365 days per year. Occasional weekend, evening, or holiday work may be required of this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr