Surgical RVT | Lead Veterinary Technician

2302 Fulton Rd NW, Canton, OH 44709, USA

Job Type

Part-Time

Workspace

Pay Rate

Starting at $24.00/hour

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Responsible for daily care of all surgical patients, assisting doctors and veterinary assistants with pre-, peri- and post-operative care of patients, general cleaning, and training others to utilize our patient care protocols.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Handle and track controlled substances for large volumes of surgical patients

Efficiently premedicate, induce, and intubate any and all patients as necessary

Able to monitor anesthesia, with a clear idea of abnormal conditions

Able to safely express urinary bladders

Able to place and secure intravenous catheters

Able to give intramuscular, intravenous, and subcutaneous injections

Able to collect and prepare blood, urine, and fecal samples

Able to run and accurately interpret various diagnostics including fecal tests, SNAP tests, cytology slides, and in-house lab work run through IDEXX

Correctly administer vaccinations and medications as directed by the veterinarian

Ensure prompt and accurate paperwork procedures are followed each day

Communicate in effective and professional manner with public, trainees, and all staff members

Represent Alter Clinic Animal Care in a professional and courteous manner at all times

Follow all written and verbally communicated departmental standard operating procedures

Communicate with clients and assist with rechecks as needed

Knowledge and ability to intake and release patients, including delivering post-operative instructions in a competent and friendly manner

Train veterinary assistants, new staff members, and trainees to utilize our patient care protocols

Able to respond appropriately during an emergency, able to take directions from a veterinarian and direct others during the event, and maintain competency during CPR procedures

Able to glove in sterilely and assist doctor with surgery when appropriate

Handle medical calls

Effectively “team lead,” displaying a positive attitude and acting as a motivating force for all staff members

Able to work shifts as assigned.

Maintain RVT license in the state of Ohio by completing requirements as needed by the licensing board.

Remain in good standing with the Ohio Veterinary License Medical Board.

Remain Health & Safety conscious and actively involved in maintaining a safe work environment.

Comply with policies, procedures and code of ethics.

Perform any and all other tasks which are assigned by management.

Uphold the highest standards of internal and external customer service at all times.

All other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

RVT or enrolled in an approved veterinary medical technology program

Must speak fluent English

Client Education

Must be able to learn basic veterinary medical concepts, including but not limited to vaccine protocols and anesthetic risks

Must also be able to communicate basic veterinary concepts to owners and be able to repeat information relayed by a veterinarian

Will be asked to take medical histories for surgical rechecks

Will be asked to communicate with the public on a daily basis in a professional manner

Will be asked to handle (on average) 45-65 patients per day

Must be able to learn characteristics of animal behavior (for example be able to identify aggressive or fearful behavior)

Must be able to use appropriate safety equipment for fractious or feral animals (will train)

The use of safety equipment is mandatory

Must possess excellent reflexes

Should be able to identify own limitations and be willing to ask for help

Must become proficient at animal restraint for various procedures

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with help

Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly

Must be able to see fine detail in a variety of situations

Must have good hearing, including ability to distinguish changes in pitch

Must have reasonable degree of agility to move through tightly cramped areas in various situations

Must have acceptable sense of touch and smell

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