Veterinary Technician - Surgery
Ethos Veterinary Health
- Racine, WI
- $22.00-25.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Offering a $1500 Sign- on Bonus to Credentialed Technicians!We have three hospital locations: Waukesha, Racine and Grafton all dedicated to providing patients, clients, and referring veterinarians the highest quality emergency and specialty veterinary medical care. WVRC offers a warm, friendly atmosphere where our main goal is to provide compassionate care to our patients and clients as well as offering outstanding customer service.Benefits of Working at WVRC:Pay range for this position is $22-25 an hour. Compensation is based on experience and skill level.
Shift Details = 4/ 10 hour shifts each week. (On- call requirements as needed)Full-time Benefits Include: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Plans, Uniform Allowance, Veterinary Services Benefits, Continuing Education Benefits and Paid Vacation, and more!Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Anesthesia monitoring for a variety of procedures including endoscopy, CT, soft tissue surgeries, orthopedic surgeries and laparoscopic procedures.
- Assisting doctors during patient appointments, providing outstanding client communication and education
- Performing sterile scrub and assist doctors throughout surgical procedures including abdominal explores, cruciate repairs, fracture repairs, thoracotomies, and both laparoscopic and arthroscopic surgeries.
- Advocating for the patient, providing exceptional comfort, diagnostic, surgical, and nursing care to all patients
- Knowledge of the equipment and materials used and their availability and applications
- CVT required
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in the veterinary field with anesthesia experience a must
- Solid technical skills and anesthesia knowledge base, sound judgment, and the ability to function both independently and with a team are required
- Strong communication skills, verbal and written; organizational skills; proactive thinking and a positive attitude are also a must
- Accuracy in calculating and delivering anesthetic agents and fluids
- Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and a commitment to developing long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required
- Maintain a positive outlook and ability to work well in stressful situations