Emergency Veterinary Technician

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A busy and well-respected veterinary emergency hospital is seeking dedicated and compassionate full-time Veterinary Emergency Technicians/Assistants to join the team. This role provides the chance to work closely with canines and felines in a fast-paced, supportive environment, contributing to exceptional patient care while gaining valuable hands-on experience. Team members benefit from a collegial atmosphere and strong opportunities for professional growth.

Emergency Veterinary Technician Qualifications:

• Experience working in a veterinary emergency, ICU, or critical care setting. 
• Strong understanding of veterinary emergency procedures, patient handling, and basic medical terminology. 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with the veterinary team and pet owners in a professional and compassionate manner. 
• Demonstrated care and empathy for canine and feline patients, providing comfort and reassurance to patients in distress. 
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail to accurately report patient behavior and condition to the veterinary team. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. 

Emergency Veterinary Technician Responsibilities:

• Assist the veterinary team in providing compassionate and efficient care to emergency patients. This includes assisting with patient restraint, obtaining vital signs, and providing comfort measures.
• Prepare and organize equipment, supplies, and medications required for emergency procedures and treatments.
• Maintain a clean and organized emergency treatment area, including cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, changing bedding, and restocking supplies.
• Assist with diagnostic procedures, such as radiography, laboratory tests, and sample collection, under the guidance of the veterinary team.
• Aid the veterinary team in administering treatments, medications, and intravenous fluids as directed.
• Accurately and promptly document patient information, treatments, and observations in medical records.
• Provide courteous and empathetic communication to pet owners, answering general inquiries, relaying messages, and providing updates on patient care as directed by the veterinary team.
• Support other departments or areas of the hospital as needed, contributing to the smooth operation of the veterinary facility.

Emergency Veterinary Technician Benefits:

• Salary up to $55K – based on years of experience
• Customized health care packages
• 401K with match
• PTO
• Holiday Pay
• No on-call shifts!

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 159543

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Brian Menzie

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