Veterinary Technician - ICU
Animal Emergency & Referral Associates (AERA)
Job Description
Vet Technician ICU Job Posting
Job description
Are you an experienced veterinary technician looking for a change? We are hiring for Multiple Departments to compliment our new State of the Art Facility. ICU, Emergency and more. We have daytime, evening and overnight shifts available. Send us your resume today!
AERA is a dynamic 24-hour veterinary emergency and referral hospital ready to expand its Nursing and Specialty departments. We are looking for positive and motivated talent to join our team. We are a practice you can learn and grow with. Our tuition reimbursement program is the perfect opportunity for OJT technicians to earn a college degree and become credentialed. We offer competitive pay, commensurate with your experience, and a great benefits package. If you pride yourself on excellent patient care and possess the talent and skills to thrive in a high standard environment, please apply today!
Our Nursing Leader Team is looking for the following talent:
· Catheter placement, phlebotomy, intubations, administering injections and subcutaneous fluids
· Assessing status of critical care and intensive care patients continuously ·
· Obtain temperature, pulse, respiration and other vital assessment data of patients
· Preparing and administering medications and treatments as prescribed by doctors
· Performing advanced nursing skills, including but not limited to: · Placing central and peripheral intravenous lines, arterial access, placing urinary catheters
· Caring and maintaining in-dwelling lines
· Recognizing emergencies and performing CPCR as needed and setting up and maintaining equipment as needed
· Proper monitoring of patients based on level of care needed · Maintaining clean, dry and comfortable surroundings for all patients
· Safely and effectively restraining patients of all temperaments
· Recording medical history/data thoroughly and accurately
· Collecting and labeling laboratory specimens as needed
· Providing assistance with animal euthanasia and disposal of remains
· Problem solving abilities
· Detail oriented
· Positive attitude
· Team player
· Ability to contribute to a culture of engagement and comradery
Education Requirements
· High school diploma or GED
· Technician Certification preferred
Fairfield NJ is located 25 miles west of New York City and about 35 miles south of the Appalachian Trail boardwalk. Besides a competitive salary (based on experience), our benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, personal time and holidays, provided scrubs, 401k, CE allowance and more. As one of our technicians, we will look after you and want you to grow your skill set, giving you ample hands-on learning experience.
AERA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace