Licensed Veterinary Technician, Critical Care

Skip To Job Description Ethos Veterinary Health is a network of hospitals providing specialty and emergency care for pets. Our ethos is simple: to provide the most advanced, innovative and compassionate veterinary care possible. It is the foundation of our organization and it continues to drive us forward in our mission to define the future of veterinary medicine. Thanks for visiting our Job Board. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications. Licensed Veterinary Technician, Critical Care Short Pump, VA Full Time LVT - Critical Care Mid Level Share Virginia Veterinary Centers in Short Pump, VA is hiring a full- time Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our Critical Care team! Compensation: $30- 35/hr (based on experience & skill set)Schedule: Monday- Friday (day shift) plus holidaysBenefits:Generous paid time offCE allowanceYearly scrub allowancePersonal pet discountPaid License RenewalsQuarterly Bonus OpportunityRelocation AssistanceTuition Reimbursement/Assistance401(k)Medical/Dental/Vision InsuranceLife insuranceEmployee Referral programPrimary Responsibilities:Obtain patient vitals and report any abnormalities to DVM.Maintain Recovery BLS and ALS certification.Knowledge and ability to demonstrate understanding of advanced disease processes including but not limited to: leptospirosis, tetanus, varying types of sepsis, varying types of shock, acute and chronic renal and hepatic injuriesAbove average venipuncture skillsAbility to place, maintain, and trouble shoot a wide variety to catheter including but not limited too: jugular catheters, PICC lines, Arterial lines, female and male Urinary CathetersCalculate and adjust advanced CRIs including but not limited to: Fentanyl, Lidocaine, Norepinephrine, Dextrose, Insulin, KCL, KPhosCalculate and administer IV medications.Set up, Operate, and Maintain Hi-Flow OxygenSet up, Operate, and maintain the CC VentilatorCollecting diagnostic samples, advanced imaging, and non-laboratory diagnostics (BP, EKG, SPO2) for analysis while understanding normal parameter markers to help facilitate in next steps of diagnostic preparation and communication to Veterinarians.Facilitate proper procedure for collecting and submitting diagnostic samples to outside laboratories.Assist Veterinarians in all aspects during treatment/hospitalization and procedures from developing anesthetic protocol, administration of pre-medications and induction agents, intubation, surgical prep, maintenance, and monitoring of general anesthesia, assist in surgical procedure as needed, recovery care of patients post anesthetic episodes, proper medical documentation of anesthesia monitoring, and understanding side effects of anesthetic agents being administered.Understanding and able to follow protocol when administering and documenting controlled substances administered to patients.Practicing patient and empathetic client service skills when communicating with clients at all stages of their visit, such as when triaging, discharging, or providing medical updates on hospitalized patientsProperly discharge patients by filling all required medications, ensuring patients are clean and comfortable, removing intravenous catheters, approving final invoices, and reviewing discharges with pet ownersUnderstanding and able to perform proper medical record documentation in accordance with hospital policy and the board of veterinary medical standards.Conducting yourself in a professional manner each shift while providing continued support to your team members, patients, and clients.Following proper OSHA protocols and ensure OSHA related trainings are conducted by designated timelines to ensure a safe work environment for yourself and team members.Perform all other duties as assigned by leadership and direct supervisors while on shift.On-Call availability for CriticalistWhy choose VVC? VVC recognizes the...