Ethos Veterinary Health · 2 months ago
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Gilbert, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelEthos Veterinary Health is a leading veterinary emergency and critical care hospital located in Gilbert, AZ. They are seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant to provide high-quality medical support and nursing care to companion animal patients under the direction of the attending doctor.
Health CareMedicalVeterinary
Responsibilities
Recognize and respond appropriately to veterinary medical emergencies
Demonstrate effective client communication and customer service skills
Demonstrate professional and appropriate appearance and language
Perform follow-up calls to determine patients’ post-treatment status
Restock supplies
Demonstrate knowledge of basic cleaning techniques of animal kennels and bedding, examination rooms, hospital facilities, and surgical suites
Recognize general types and groups of drugs and use proper terminology
Differentiate prescription drugs from over-the-counter drugs and describe proper prescription label requirements
Label and package dispensed drugs correctly
Restocking of supplies and checking expiration dates
Demonstrate basic knowledge of normal and abnormal animal behavior
Utilize patient and personnel safety measures
Identify potential Zoonotic diseases
Describe and follow proper isolation procedures
Be familiar with OSHA standards
Determine and record TPR
Provide routine record-keeping and observation of hospitalized patients
Demonstrate a basic understanding of common diseases and medical conditions
Monitor/restrain patients for fluid therapy and record observations
Administer oral tablets and capsules (dog, cat)
Perform therapeutic bathing and basic grooming
Prepare food and prescription diets - be aware of any special dietary needs
Walk dogs
Clean and disinfect cages and kennels
Provide care and maintenance of nursing equipment
Ensure proper care of strays including feeding, walking, cleaning, and interacting with local shelters
Place and remove small animals from cages
Place and restrain small animals on tables
Apply dog and cat safety muzzles
Apply Elizabethan collars
Demonstrate standing, sitting and lateral restraint positions
Prepare surgical equipment/supplies
Clean and sterilize instruments and supplies using appropriate methods
Identify common instruments
Assist with preparation of patients using aseptic technique
Aid with physical monitoring of recovering surgical patients
Perform post-surgical clean up
Fold surgical gowns and drapes
Collect voided urine samples
Assist in the collection of blood samples for procedures
Assist in necropsy procedures
Be familiar with the euthanasia process and post mortem care
Make memorial paw prints and prepare pets for cremation
Assist in the completion of diagnostic radiographs and ultrasound
Interact professionally with members of medical treatment team
Demonstrate excellent communication with employees and customers
Assist with other tasks as assigned by supervisor
Participate in company work groups as indicated
Qualification
Required
Current enrollment in or completion of an accredited veterinary technology program or related animal health science degree
An individual may be considered qualified if she/he has clinical experience in lieu of formal education
Computer proficiency required
Ability to multitask
Knowledge of medical terminology
Punctual
Works well with others
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Must be able to work holidays, nights, and weekends
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance
Company
Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos is a veterinary health company with hospitals that provide advanced veterinary medical services.
Founded in 2015
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-08-16Acquired
Leadership Team
Patrick Welch
Executive Leadership Team Member
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