Veterinary Technician Assistant - Specialty Anesthesia
Oakridge Equine Hospital
Job Description
Are you a veterinary technician with a solid foundation in anesthesia, seeking a challenging yet rewarding position in advanced diagnostic care? If so, Oakridge Equine Hospital has an opportunity for you!
About Us:
At Oakridge Equine, we understand that the animals we treat are more than ‘just a animal’.
As such, it is our goal to work collaboratively, pulling from our diverse backgrounds in equine and small animal medicine, to ensure the best possible outcome for our patients and clients. We offer world-class surgical hospital setting, providing comprehensive solutions to all areas of horse health and wellness needs, including outpatient small animal MR services.
What to Expect:
- Mentorship & Utilization:Our Doctors enjoy having the opportunity to mentor, guide and support professional development all while allowing techs to flex their skill set and really partner in patient care.
- Quality Medicine. Our team of Doctors and Technicians utilize state of the art equipment to perform advanced techniques providing excellent care and treatment services.
- Patient Care is our priority:We are advocates for our patients and ensure that we provide outstanding care along with excellent client education and communication.
The Ideal Candidate:
- You are a Certified Veterinary technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant, with solid understanding and experience in small animal anesthesia.
- A team player, you enjoy a fast-paced environment and can think critically on your feet
- You are able to remain composed in stressful and emotional situations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Motivated, dependable individual with a strong work ethic and a love for animals
- Must be able to lift 40lbs
You possess clinical skills and experience that might include (but are not limited to):
- Patient assessment and physical examinations
- Phlebotomy, catheter placement & management of fluid administration
- Highly capable surgical and procedural anesthesia nurse
- Utilizing different modalities of imaging for patient assessment, set up and use.
- Assisting DVM's in patient diagnostics, treatment, and procedures
- Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures such as CBC/Chem/SAA/fecal testing/IGG/PRP
- Preparing, updating, and completing patient treatments and maintaining accurate medical records
Anticipated Schedule (TBD):
· Part-time flexible position available. We will work with you to find a schedule that works.
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Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitively Strong Hourly wage
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Veterinary Services Benefits
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.
NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
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• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA 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. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
