Surgical Veterinary Technician at Alliance Animal Health

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Mar, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

06 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Surgical Assistance, Anesthesia Monitoring, Animal Restraint, Triage, Lab Sample Collection, Diagnostic Imaging, Medication Administration, Client Communication, Surgical Preparation, Post-operative Care, Radiograph Positioning, Customer Service, Teamwork, Constructive Feedback, Dental X-rays

Industry

Veterinary Services

Description

Company Description At Inwood Animal Clinic, we specialize in quality veterinary care for pets of all ages. We are available to address any potential issues, so our patients will enjoy a lifetime of great health! Our goal is to deliver top-quality care for every animal that walks through our doors. We've been serving New York City since 2008. we're conveniently located on Broadway between Academy Street and 204th Street. Our hours of operation are: Monday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Tuesday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Wednesday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Thursday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm To learn more about us, click here: Inwood Animal Clinic Job Description This position is heavily focused on assisting with surgical procedures and anesthesia monitoring. Candidates must be proficient in both in order to be considered. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, anesthetic management, and completing surgical notes and charts for procedures assisted with. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development. Qualifications We’re looking for: Must have minimum of 2 years experience as surgery tech and monitoring anesthesia! Experienced and proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring Knowledge in pre-operative care, preparation for surgical procedures, post-operative care, and discussing continued care with clients Ability to interpret medical records and record client history accurately Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner A high work ethic and positive attitude team member Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work Weekend availability Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency Knowledge of dental X-rays Additional Information Pay Range:$20-$30/hr depending on licensed or soon to be licensed status We offer our staff: Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles) Tuition Assistance Program Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster Career Development Opportunities Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc) *Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.

Responsibilities

The Surgical Veterinary Technician will assist with surgical procedures and monitor anesthesia. Responsibilities include animal restraint, triage, lab sample collection, and effective communication of treatment plans with clients.