Certified Veterinary Surgical Technician

Full Time
Madison, WI 53704
Posted
Job description
Overview:
Northside Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Surgical Technician to join our team!
*$1,500.00 sign on bonus for Certified Veterinary Technicians*
Northside Animal Hospital is a fast paced, 5 DVM clinic that sees companion animals only. Our clinic culture is collaborative and solutions oriented.

We are looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician with a strong interest in surgery and anesthesia to help develop consistency and efficiency within our daily surgery schedule. You will work on a team with a DVM and a technician. Responsibilities include anesthesia monitoring, patient prep, preparation of discharge instructions and take-home meds, patient in-take and discharge, sterilization and maintenance of equipment, dental cleaning, charting and radiography. You will also be responsible for helping newer technicians to develop their skillset in surgery and anesthesia. Soft tissue surgeries and dental surgeries are done Monday-Friday, and orthopedic surgeries with a board-certified surgeon are worked into the schedule on an as-needed basis.

Location:
2121 N. Sherman Avenue, Madison, WI 53704
Clinic hours: Monday-Friday 8am-6pm and Saturday 8am-12pm.
Responsibilities:
How you’ll make an impact :

  • Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
  • Provide guidance to the support staff to assure that the shift flows well.
  • Mentor team members for career advancement and personal development towards goals.
  • Provide input to the hospital manager for 360-degree employee performance evaluations.
  • Provide patient care under the supervision and direction of a DVM.
  • Maintain excellent client communication.
  • Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
  • Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
  • Answer client’s inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures; handle client’s medical questions with confidence and direct to veterinarians when appropriate.
Qualifications:
Talents you’ll bring to MVP:

  • Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
  • Ability to give SQ, IM and IV injections.
  • Knowledge of usage, dosage, and common side-effects for commonly used prescription drugs and ability to readily explain them to the clients.
  • Knowledge of the common anesthesia and recovery states and ability to alert veterinarians when symptoms change or when concerns arise with hospitalized patients.
  • Ability to properly extubate, monitor temperature and recover a patient from anesthesia.
  • The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently.
  • The employee must be confident around pets.

Why Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP)?

Because we do things a bit differently here. We’re a rapidly growing network of veterinary hospitals located throughout the United States. And while it’s important to know who we are, it’s more important to know what drives us - our mission to be the employer of choice in veterinary medicine. Our actions speak louder than those words. We put people before profits and invest in our talented teams. Our connection to our core values last longer than a quick glance through the employee handbook - we live them every day! MVP is a place where careers thrive for those who believe the right team can achieve anything.

What’s in it for you?

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, pet health discounts and dollar for dollar match on 401K...not to mention a team of smart and friendly coworkers!

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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