Description
Registered Veterinary Technician - Cardiology New Pay Range: $21.00 - $34.90
Classification: Full-Time
Link to apply:
https://www.indeed.com/job/registered-veterinary-technician-cardiology-f4e898bd16e2cafb
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Why You Should Consider Us
Our Mission: To Provide Excellence in Care with Love.
We achieve this by:
Practicing the highest quality team-based care;
Creating one practice within a multi-specialty environment;
Caring for our patients, each other, our clients, and our family veterinarians;
Creating a trusting, emotional, and empathetic bond.
As a member of the Four Seasons Veterinary Specialists team, your desire for medicine and kindness for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, matching retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave, uniforms, continuing education allowances, online training, personal pet care discounts, employee assistance program, onsite wellness coach, great work-life integration and more!
We are an organization that takes pride in our collaboration and cohesion within the workplace and we are excited to add another skilled and motivated individual to our team!
More information about our hospital can be found at www.4seasonsvetspecialists.com https://youtu.be/YHfVfHufi-M www.facebook.com/vetspecialistsloveland
Registered Veterinary Technician- Cardiology
We’re looking for a Cardiology Technician who brings both strong technical skills and a positive team spirit to every shift. This role calls for someone who’s confident with advanced veterinary procedures, thrives in a fast-paced specialty and emergency environment, and knows how to keep calm when things get critical. You should be comfortable with ECGs, echocardiograms, client communication, patient handling, and working closely with our cardiologists to provide top-tier care.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, experienced group that supports each other, shares knowledge, and delivers compassionate care to every patient.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Skills
Schedule appointments and medical procedures for the Cardiologist.
Perform appropriate animal restraint for exams and record findings on the exam form.
Accurately acquire and record temperatures, pulses, respirations, weights and take patient histories and maintain patient records by recording all conversations with client in patient file.
Perform venipuncture, catheterization, running CBCs and looking at blood smears.
Obtain laboratory samples including urine and feces.
Prepare appropriate lab request forms and submit appropriate samples.
Prepare specimens to be sent to reference laboratories, ship lab work to, and take results from reference laboratories.
Check laboratory values to make sure they are within normal limits and notify the Cardiologist if they are not.
Administer injectable, oral, and dermal medications.
Give injections in accordance with government regulations and doctor’s orders.
Update patient status daily at required times.
Accurately acquire blood pressure and oxygen saturation readings and EKG tracings.
Maintain logs for controlled substances.
Enter charges in the computer and prepare estimates.
Knowledge of Ambulatory ECG placement and recording.
Stock supplies and clean and maintain cardiology suite, equipment, and induction.
Accurately fill out prescription forms and place prescription orders at offsite pharmacies for new and refill prescriptions.
Communicate with referring veterinarians.
Communicate with clients regarding the medical status of their pet and provide accurate information to them regarding procedure for home care and hospital protocols.
Enter patient status daily in the treatment software.
Enter all charges accrued by inpatients and outpatients.
Admit and discharge patients.
Assist with outpatient and inpatient appointments.
Review medical records and notes to discern the nature of the visit and any tests or procedures that may be needed. Keep Cardiologist apprised of potential problems.
Assist and prepare supplies for outpatient appointments and physical examinations.
Communication Skills
Have a positive attitude and willing to learn new procedures.
Keep doctors informed of the patient's condition and any potential problems.
Communicate with clients regarding the medical information of their pet, provide accurate information to them regarding procedures, follow up/home care, hospital policies, diagnostics, and basic disease processes.
Monitor AllyDVM and Cardiology external and internal email
Monitor hospital wide communications including, Slack, Google Groups, The Scoop Newsletter etc.
Help schedule appointments and medical procedures
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Minimum 2 years recent veterinary experience
Skilled in animal handling, lifting, restraint, and able to stand for extended periods.
Proficient in IV catheter placement, blood draws, lab work, anesthesia monitoring, medication administration, and triage.
Solid knowledge of veterinary procedures and terminology; committed to continued learning.
Understanding of OSHA, DEA, and animal health regulations.
Preferred:
Familiarity with Fear Free handling techniques.
Experience with Cornerstone and Instinct software.
SAFETY
Follow OSHA and USP guidelines for safety and handling of hazardous materials
Follow established hospital safety protocols for animal handling, controlled substances, radiation protection, bite wounds, and equipment use
Maintain familiarity with federal and state animal health laws, including OSHA and DEA regulations
Physical Demands
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to stand, walk, for extended periods
Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, crouching, crawling and twisting to examine patients, re-stock inventory or move medical equipment.
The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and hold animals in awkward, static positions for X-rays or maintaining surgical postures.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to risk of radiation.
The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Employees may encounter animals or work in environments where zoonotic diseases could be present, posing a risk of transmission. Proper safety protocols and protective measures must be followed at all times to minimize this risk
The employee is routinely exposed to bodily fluids, strong chemicals, anesthesia gases, and the physical risk of being bitten or scratched by stressed patients
Involves scheduled on-call, overnight, and weekend coverage depending on hospital needs
PERSONAL CONDUCT
Adhere to all hospital protocols and standards.
Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
Promotes a harassment-free environment.
Serve as a representative of the hospital, displaying tact, consideration, courtesy, compassion, professionalism, and a positive attitude in all interactions with patients, clients and all members of the hospital staff.
Demonstrate teamwork and initiative by assisting other employees and proactively search for additional work during periods of down time
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
