Licensed Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Overview The Virginia Veterinary Center in Short Pump, VA is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding Surgery team. Compensation Competitive compensation based on experience and skill level. Starting at $30/hr! Anticipated Schedule Day shift - 4/10-hour shifts per week. Monday–Friday with rotating weekend on-call coverage. Are you a Credentialed Veterinary Technician who loves surgery? If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and the diversity of cases every day, Virginia Veterinary Center is the place to be. Benefits Employee Referral Bonus CE Allowance Available Uniform Allowance Paid License Renewal Fees Paid Time Off Employee Pet Discount Shift Differential Available for overnight shifts 401k Medical/Dental/Vision Disability Insurance Life Insurance HSA/FSA Essential Job Functions Collect diagnostic samples, imaging, and non-laboratory diagnostics (BP, EKG, SPO2) for analysis while understanding normal parameter markers to help facilitate in next steps of diagnostic preparation and communication to veterinarians. Facilitate proper procedure for collecting and submitting diagnostic samples to outside laboratories. Assist veterinarians in all aspects during surgical procedures, including developing anesthetic protocol, administration of premedication and induction agents, intubation, surgical prep, maintenance and monitoring of general anesthesia, recovery care, and proper medical documentation of anesthesia monitoring. Calculate, create, and administer constant rate infusions (e.g., Dopamine CRIs, Fentanyl CRIs, Lidocaine CRIs). Provide empathetic client service when communicating with clients at all stages of their visit, such as triaging, discharging, or providing medical updates. Discharge patients by filling medications, ensuring patient comfort, removing IV catheters, reviewing final invoices, and discussing discharges with pet owners. About You Credentialed veterinary technician with strong technical skills (e.g., placing IV catheters, venipuncture, administering premedication, anesthesia induction & monitoring, patient preparation, surgical nursing, and perioperative nursing care, radiographs, etc.). You can adapt to the different needs of each patient and remain composed during stressful situations. You are passionate about learning and growing in the industry and caring for animals. About Us With our highly trained doctors, technicians, and state-of-the-art equipment, our team performs advanced medical techniques and provides excellent care. You will work with colleagues dedicated to growing their knowledge and creating an environment that allows you to learn, grow, and develop your own knowledge/skillset. Leadership is actively involved and present; we care about employees and value input. For more information about our hospital, please visit Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides paid sick leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. Ethos Veterinary Health 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. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr