Animal Surgery Technician - Ethos Veterinary Health

The Atlantic Veterinary Internal Medicine & Oncology (AVIM&O) in Annapolis, MD is hiring a full- time Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding Internal Medicine team!

Overview:

AVIM&O is a highly specialized internal medicine & oncology practice with three locations in central Maryland: Annapolis, Hunt Valley, and Columbia. Our practices are co-located within Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Center, and we provide best in class veterinary medical care for patients with chronic conditions like Addisons, Cushings, gastrointestinal issues, renal failure, cancer, and more.
Additionally, our techs work hand in hand with our veterinary specialists to communicate with clients, referring veterinary practices and pharmacies.

Our practice regularly utilizes the following specialized procedures:

• Ultrasonography
• Endoscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Rhinoscopy scoping
• Chemotherapy administration
• Advanced nursing and hospitalization techniques

AVIM&O also has access to advanced imaging such as MRI and CT. Growth opportunities within our practice exist for candidates who evolve their clinical skills and provide excellent client/patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, IM/SQ/IV injections, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Have an eye for detail, follow through, and enjoy creating a bond with patients and clients.
• AVIMO prides itself with clinical excellence when it comes to treating internal medicine cases.
• Use communication and problem- solving skills combined with clinical knowledge to be a passionate patient advocate.
• Responsible for exceptional client and patient care, and client education.
• Provide safe and low stress pet restraint.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness.
• Running in- house lab work.
• Must be professional, trustworthy, punctual, and love working in a specialty environment!
• Have a high level understanding of drug calculations and prescription calculations, and be prepared to assist owners with refills and answer medication questions.
• Take detailed patient histories and providing pertinent information to the attending veterinarian. Understand the prioritization of clinical information is a highly valued trait.
• Many of our patients are chronically ill, geriatric, or acutely ill, so proper restraint and compassionate advocacy must be a part of your skill set.
• Excellent and timely verbal and written communication - our patients and clients depend on it!

Benefits:

• Compensation is based on experience, skill set, and accreditation.
• $18- 27/hr
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k matching
• Flexible spending account
• Employee pet care benefits with discounted, to no- cost pet exams and diagnostics
• PTO and holiday pay
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Free mental health resources
• Uniform allowance
• Monthly in- house lunch and learns (many RACE approved)
• Yearly CE allowance for conference attendance or education needs
• Discounted and sponsored schools if interested in pursuing your Registered Veterinary Technician/ Nurse Degree through Penn Foster and other colleges!
• A fun and positive team who want to see you succeed!

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• 8 or 10 hour shifts available
• Occasional weekend on- call rotation (typically only once every 2- 3 months)

Requirements:

• Technology and Computer competent
• Credentialed/ Registered Veterinary Technician - preferred but not required
• 2 years experience as a Veterinary Technician - required
• Phlebotomy - required
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

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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