Registered Veterinary Technician - Concierge Specialty Surgery

Job Description

Job Description

Job details

Starting Salary: $25+/hr

Job Type: Full-time - 4 days a week or Part-Time (Tues and Wed required)

Number of hires for this role: 1-2

• US work authorization (Required)
• Associates of Applied Sciences (A.A.S.) in Veterinary Technology (Preferred)
• State veterinary technician Licensure (preferred)
• Veterinary technician experience: 2+ years (Preferred)
• Veterinary surgery experience: 1+ year (Preferred)
• Veterinary anesthesia experience: 1+ year (Preferred)
• Clean driving record
• Pass background check
• If employed by a currently partnered clinic of MVS, we require a Letter of Support from the practice owner/hospital manager with change of employment approval

Thank you for considering us! Midwest Veterinary Surgery, LLC (MVS) is a concierge, mobilespecialty surgical practice that offers a variety of advanced procedures performed by a Board-Certified Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon, Dr. Kari Swanson.

MVS is partnered with over 20 general practices across the Greater Cincinnati/Dayton/Northern Kentucky area, which requires time spent in a vehicle commuting between hospitals daily. We are seeking a hard-working technician with a strong interest or previous experience in surgery, sterilization/pack/prep, and anesthesia. Must have a positive, outgoing personality and work well in a team environment. Strong communications skills, focus, effective time management skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail are equally as important as having fun with your coworkers.

Must have a desire for continued learning and education growth. National and state licensure (RVT/LVT/CVT) or A.A.S. in Veterinary Technology are strongly preferred, or equivalent training and experience in the field required. Hours are flexible with a typical Tuesday-Friday schedule, though a schedule flex for some Mondays may be feasible, and part-time is also considered. NO ON-CALL, NO WEEKENDS, NO NIGHTS.

Able to perform general technician skills

Able to perform basic animal handling and restraint

General knowledge of canine and feline anatomy

Position patients for radiographs

Assist in sterile supply with cleaning and reprocessing of instrument sets/power tools

Shaving and surgical prep of patient

Monitoring anesthesia for orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries

HR, BP, RR, SPO2, Capnography, ECG, TEMP, anesthetic depth/eye positioning

Assist in the OR

Surgical Scrub Nurse

Circulating Nurse

Ensure sterility of all supplies and instruments during setup of surgical procedure

Establish and maintain a sterile environment in the OR

Compose surgical reports via Microsoft Word templates, clearly and with proper grammar

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Navigate Google Drive

Operate and maintain M11 Autoclaves, Plasma Sterilizer, and ultrasonic cleaner

Assist with inventory management

Assist with development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Assist with marketing initiatives

Assist with operational and administrative tasks

Demonstrate excellent leadership and people skills

Demonstrate capable multi-tasking ability

Maintain cleanliness of office and referring hospitals

Interact appropriately and effectively with all clients/others

Uses Standard Universal Precautions; appropriate hand hygiene, PPE, and safe practices to ensure personal safety and a safe environment

Serve as a resource to other members of the veterinary medical field

Performs other duties as assigned

Work in constant state of alertness and safe state of mind

• Able to lift/carry 25-50lbs