Vet Technician - Surgery at Community Veterinary Partners – Westfield, New Jersey

Westfield Vet Group; Westfield Location

Surgical Technician

The Company:

Westfield Veterinary Group is a multi-location, multi-doctor practice that offers our employees a wide array of opportunities to grow in this field. We work with each employee to find the coveted “work-life balance.” We pride ourselves for the great care we take with clients and employees alike. We are currently looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, and quick learning individual to join our fast-growing team for full time or part time employment.

The Position:

Surgical Technician- Westfield Location, under new management! Come be a part of a growing team that values compassion, collaboration, and community!

Reports to:

Surgery Supervisor

Summary:

Surgical technicians will work with the entire surgical team as directed by the assistant practice manager to aid in the completion of the daily duties of the surgical department from induction through anesthesia monitoring, recovery, and patient discharge from hospital. Strong surgical experience is required. Experience in dentistry is strongly preferred. Duties will include but may not be limited to;

• Admit patients into the hospital for surgical and out-patient procedures in accordance with hospital policies and procedures
• Physical assessment of patients and monitoring all vitals
• Prepare anesthesia protocols for each patient under the direction of the veterinarian and calculating all drugs
• Administer injectable medications (subcutaneously, intra-muscularly and intravenously)
• Placement and maintenance of IV catheters, knowledge of fluid therapy requirements/calculations and use of fluid pumps
• Knowledge of use for surgical monitoring equipment (including ECG, capnography, pulse oximetry, oscillometric and Doppler blood pressure monitoring)
• Endotracheal intubation/extubation and how to safely administer inhalant anesthesia
• Ability to proficiently and closely monitor patient vitals through all stages of the procedure from pre-op to post-op, efficiently assess patient’s anesthetic depth, recognize potential complications and alert doctor to all changes
• Recover patients from anesthesia and the ability to assess patient pain and work in conjunction with the veterinarian to provide appropriate pain management
• Proper documentation in all medical records and accurately log Controlled Drugs per DEA Requirements
• Discharge patients under the veterinarian’s orders ensuring the patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state with the ability to explain all medications dispensed and home care instructions to owner in a clear and educational manner
• Knowledge of common medications and their side effects including injectable and oral medications
• Maintenance of surgical equipment, cleaning and sterilization of surgical packs and instruments
• Conduct one’s self in a professional manner under all situations and maintain positive relationships with other employees, MUST be team oriented, MUST be able to communicate and work with team members in order to solve any issues that may arise in order to best serve our patients

We offer you accrued PTO, paid holidays off, and plenty of pet perks for your personal “fur-babies”. We offer health insurance, dental, vision, and 401k, and a variety of opportunities for continuing education in the field.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

12 hour shift

Day shift

Weekends as needed

Education: High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience: Veterinary Surgical Technician 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person