Veterinary Surgical and Anesthesia Technician July 2022

Company: Mountain View Veterinary Surgery
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

A Brief Overview

Provides animal care by interviewing owners; reviewing care plans and records; taking vital signs; administering medications and drugs; assisting during surgeries; maintaining supplies and equipment; maintaining patient records.

Primary emphasis :

Supports animal operations by assembling required supplies and instruments; completing local/regional anesthesia; operating and monitoring anesthetic machines; hooking-up ECG monitors; placing catheters; obtaining blood gases; maintaining sterile conditions; obtaining and verifying medications.

Requirements

2 years or more Veterinary Medicine, and

2 years or more surgical and anesthesia experience preferred.

Excellent communication skills with clients as well as communicating efficiently with team members.

Can remain calm and efficient during a medical crisis.

Actively looking for ways to help people.

Ability to lift objects weighing 40 pounds without assistance and objects weighing more than 40 pounds with assistance.

Ability to work energetically for the entire shift, sometimes exceeding 10 hours per day.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises.

Certified Veterinary Technician preferred.

Benefits

Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Employee discount, Life insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance

Pay is $21-$25/hour, depending on experience. Hours are Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 7:30-5:45 (often later, depending on late surgeries or discharges).

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