Licensed Veterinary Technician

Company: Ethos Veterinary Health
Location: Springfield
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
Bush Veterinary Neurology Service in Springfield, VA is looking for an experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding team!

We offer a generous sign- on bonus for qualified LVT's!
Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician experienced in surgical anesthesia and post-operative nursing? -Do you enjoy the thrill of Specialty medicine and patient care? -Do you want an opportunity to hone your specialty skills? -Are you looking for a leadership path with development and training opportunities to support your career growth? If you answered yes to these questions, then we may be looking for you at Bush Veterinary Neurology Service- Springfield!

-About you:

• You have a strong foundational understanding and can perform the basic responsibilities of a veterinary technician including (but not limited to):
  • • Venipuncture
    • Placing IV Catheters
    • Drug Calculations
    • Administration of Medications (IV or other methods)
    • Taking Vitals
    • Observe, document and recognize changes in patient attitude, abnormal behavior, and changes in condition
    • Providing high quality medical/nursing care
    • You work well independently and as part of a team, practicing good judgment to ensure high-quality care for all patients
    • You adapt to the individual needs of each patient, are not afraid to ask questions, are eager to enhance your skill set, and maintain a positive attitude
    • EzyVet and SmartFlow experience is a plus.
      Compensation & Benefits (full- time employees):
      • LVT: ($30/hr + commensurate with relevant experience) -
      • Extensive Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Benefits -
      • Annual allowance for scrubs and other BVNS apparel
      • Medical/Dental/Vision -Insurance
      • Other voluntary benefit plans are available including Life, STD, LTD, Aflac, Pet Insurance, Legal, etc.
      • PTO - -
      • CE Allowance Available & paid CE hours!
      • 401(k) with matching -Qualifications:
        • The LVT position requires a current and active Veterinary Technician License in Virginia, or have an active license in another state that qualifies you to be eligible for licensing
        • At least two years of Veterinary experience as an LVT, or one with two years as a Veterinary Assistant.
        • Extensive experience with anesthesia, venipuncture and catheters
        • Excellent communication, patient care and customer service skills
        • Be flexible and adapt well to new situations
        • Work well as part of a teamAdditional Requirements:
          • Must be eligible to work in the United States and have original, unexpired documents to verify eligibility. -
          • Must be able to pass a 7-year background check and drug test (complying with local, state and Federal guidelines).
          • Have a valid high school diploma or GEDPhysical Demands: The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Must have the ability to respond quickly in urgent situations using all senses. During the normal workday, employee may occasionally lift and/or push/pull up to 50 pounds. This position requires sitting for long periods of time.
            
            About Us: -
            Bush Veterinary Neurology has four locations across 2 states! Our clinics are operated by board certified neurologists that provide same-day life-saving -neurosurgery and long-term medical management. Our hospitals house state of the art equipment to provide advanced diagnostic testing including -cerebrospinal fluid collection/analysis, computed tomography, electroencephalography, MRI and more! -Our neurologists perform both spinal and brain surgeries. Some of these surgeries include -intervertebral disc surgery, brain tumor removal, -foramen magnum decompression, ventricular shunt replacement and more!! - -Veterinary technicians -play an integral role in our hospital whether they are handling patient care, taking care of clients, running our diagnostic imaging equipment, or assisting doctors in surgery. You will fully utilize your skillset and continue to develop your knowledge for years to come! We are looking for a compassionate technician who is ready to put their skills and leadership ability to work!
            -Ethos Veterinary Health -offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. - The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. - For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
            Ethos Veterinary Health -is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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