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Veterinary Technician ICUVCA Animal Hospital • Loomis, CA, United States
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Veterinary Technician ICU

Veterinary Technician ICU

VCA Animal Hospital • Loomis, CA, United States
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VCA Loomis Basin Veterinary Clinic is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician in our ICU department. VCA Loomis Basin is a general practice, specialty, and emergency hospital with a 24 / 7 emergency and critical care department. We strive to provide our clients with compassion, understanding, and a positive experience even amid stressful situations.

Compensation : $ 26 - $ 33 / hr

  • negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, diligent, and empathetic. As a part of our ICU team, there is a great deal of teamwork required; clear communication among ICU and our emergency department is critical. The ability to problem solve alongside team members and work together to find solutions in high-stress situations is key.

At VCA Loomis Basin, we hope to foster a light-hearted, fun environment in which our associates can be themselves and find joy among the heaviness of veterinary medicine. Mutual respect and kindness is of high importance in our hospital culture. It is our hope that our associates feel valued, seen, and heard and that they have a voice as a part of this team.

Job Summary :

  • Provide professional and courteous service to ensure that the highest level of client satisfaction and patient treatment are always maintained. Will work closely with other ICU and ICW technicians and assistants in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to assist interns and train associates.
  • General Responsibilities :

  • Perform a variety of highly technical clinical procedures associated with care and treatment of critically ill animals, utilizing life support techniques and intensive care procedures and equipment.
  • Ability to communicate efficiently throughout the day with multiple staff members including but not limited to the Criticalists, Specialty Technician Manager, ER doctors, and associates.
  • Administer medications, placement of intravenous catheters, perform venipuncture, cystocentesis, abdominal / thoracic taps, etc.
  • Monitor patients to recovery of anesthetized patients.
  • Nasogastric / nasoesophageal feeding tube placement.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of vital signs, treatments, procedures, and associated medical notes.
  • Participate / lead nursing rounds at shift change. Appropriately relay patient signalment, status, plan, and nursing considerations.
  • Maintain the ICU in a state of readiness. Always prepared when in need for CPCR techniques, and emergency therapy arises. To include completion of daily, weekly, and monthly chores. Equipment quality controls, inventory, and stocking. Participate in various course curriculum laboratories.
  • Support ER by aiding in the admitting, assessment and emergency stabilization of patients presenting to the emergency service. Provide general information over the phone.
  • Responsible for checking dosage and requested amount, ensuring proper administration and compatibility with other drugs. Proper disposal of any unused drugs. Other related duties as they pertain to the operation of the hospital and emergency and critical care
  • Working knowledge of equipment used in a veterinary hospital such as fluid pumps, blood gas analyzers, defibrillator, nebulizers, oxygen cages, and anesthesia machines
  • Complete ICU flow sheets for critical care patients as directed by the Veterinarian
  • Maintain cleanliness of ICU area, cages, and runs
  • Stock supplies in the ICU area
  • Receive multiple oral and written patient care instructions and efficiently and accurately perform them in a timely manner
  • Work together with specialty department teams to provide seamless care of shared patients
  • Education and Qualifications :

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in veterinary medicine required
  • RVT license required
  • Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required.
  • Positive outlook and ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Any allergies to animals must be controllable through medication.
  • Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
  • Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions.
  • This position requires the ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day.
  • Visual acuity sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognizes people and understands written directions.
  • Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand, give information in person and over the telephone.
  • Fine motor skills adequate for utilizing office equipment such as computers, telephones, copiers, fax machines, etc.
  • Why Join VCA?

    We are passionate about supporting our associates and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.

    Below are some of the many benefits of joining our team :

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 12 free counseling sessions per calendar year
  • Free Headspace access
  • Other health & well-being resources
  • 401K with company match
  • Medical, Dental and vision insurance
  • Penn Foster Scholarships available
  • Substantial employee pet discounts
  • Scrub allowance
  • If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

    Benefits : We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation / sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

    The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

    We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

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