Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine at BluePearl Vet, LLC

Augusta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

38.5

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Triage, Vital Signs Interpretation, Medication Calculation, Constant Rate Infusions, Phlebotomy, Intravenous Catheter Placement, Anesthesia Monitoring, Digital Radiography, CPR, Diagnostic Equipment Setup, Endoscopic Procedures, Feeding Tube Management, Client Education, Patient Monitoring, Empathy, Professionalism

Industry

Veterinary Services

Description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine team in Augusta, GA! **This position offers up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus based on experience** Pay: $19.50 - $38.50 / hour This pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool. We offer competitive shift differential pay for eligible hours worked for nights and weekends. Shift differentials are based on a 4-hour minimum. For example: Mon – Fri: 6pm to 8am = +$3.00/hr. Shift Differential Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = +$3.00/hr. Shift Differential Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = +$4.50/hr. Shift Differential As a Veterinary Technician, you will... Triage emergency cases upon arrival, obtain and interpret vital signs (temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation), and promptly communicate abnormalities to the Veterinarian. Calculate and administer medications accurately, including advanced medical math and constant rate infusions (CRI) Perform phlebotomy and place, maintain, and monitor intravenous catheters (peripheral and central lines). Induce, monitor, and recover patients from anesthesia, utilizing appropriate anesthesia and patient monitoring equipment. Perform digital radiography using proper positioning and technique. Identify patients at risk for cardiopulmonary arrest and initiate CPR as indicated. Set up, assist with, and maintain equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including ultrasound, radiology, and endoscopic procedures (GI, nasal, urinary, airway). Place, maintain, and manage feeding tubes; provide related patient care and monitoring. Discharge hospitalized patients from Internal Medicine and Emergency services, providing client education including insulin administration, subcutaneous fluids, feeding tube care, and other at-home treatments. Maintain a strong understanding of normal vs. abnormal patient parameters and respond appropriately to changes in patient status. Demonstrate empathy and professionalism when addressing client concerns in both emergency and non-emergency settings. Support training and mentoring of fellow technicians and staff members. Clean, maintain, and properly store medical and diagnostic equipment following use. Perform additional relevant duties. Why BluePearl? We offer advanced medicine, ongoing professional development, and pathways for growth. Work alongside passionate specialists and emergency teams, access leading-edge resources, and be part of a culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and exceptional patient care every day. We also offer: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, + more ‎ Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals ‎Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support Company-paid disability coverage Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card. #JDBP482499

Responsibilities

The Veterinary Technician will be responsible for triaging emergency cases, obtaining vital signs, calculating and administering medications, performing phlebotomy, and monitoring patients during and after anesthesia. Key duties also include assisting with diagnostic procedures, managing feeding tubes, and providing comprehensive client education upon discharge.