Licensed Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine

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, Internal Medicine Short Pump, VA Full Time LVT - IM Experienced Share Virginia Veterinary Centers in Short Pump, VA is hiring a full- time LVT to join our Internal Medicine team!Compensation: $29- 33/hr (based on experience & skill set) PLUS a $5,000 sign- on bonus!Schedule: Tuesday- Friday, 7am- 5pm & one on- call weekend per month is required (for ultrasounds & endoscopy procedures)Benefits:• 401(k) matching• Dental insurance• Employee assistance program• Employee discount• Health insurance• Health savings account• Life insurance• Paid time off• Retirement plan• Vision insuranceQualifications:Graduated from an AVMA Accredited LVT program and achieved CertificationPassion for veterinary medicine, with a strong desire to learn and grow in skills and knowledge.Excellent interpersonal communication skills, demonstrating empathy and understanding in all client interactions.Initiative and proactivity in identifying opportunities for improvement and suggesting new ideas to enhance patient care.Primary Responsibilities:Obtain patient vitals and report any abnormalities to DVM.Collecting diagnostic samples, 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 in placement and maintenance of intravenous catheters.Assist Veterinarians in all aspects during 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 Set up, assist with, and clean up after various procedures, including endoscopies, colonoscopies, bronchoscopies, etc. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of necessary materials and equipment required for each procedure to ensure optimal outcomes.Understanding and able to follow protocol when administering and documenting controlled substances administered to patients.Conduct appointments for both new and returning patients, understanding the nuances of each type of visit and ensuring a seamless process that enhances the patient and client experience.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 standardsConducting yourself in a professional manner each shift while providing continued support to your team members, patients, and clientsFollowing proper OSHA protocols and ensure OSHA related trainings are conducted by designated timelines to ensure a safe work environment for yourself and team membersPerform all other duties as assigned by...