Veterinary Technician Emergency

VCA Animal Hospitals · United States

Veterinary Technician Emergency VCA Animal Hospitals - 3.2 Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time $28 - $35 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Veterinary education Communication with pet owners Computer skills Training Full Job Description Location Los Angeles, California, United States of America Category Veterinary Technician / Assistant Job Id R-251159 Job Type Full time VCA Animal Specialty Group in Los Angeles i s looking for an experienced Emergency Technician Location: 4641 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039 Schedule: Full-Time Salary : $28 - $35 per hour, +/- Shift differentials for eligible shifts ER RESPONSIBILITIES: Assess patients as they come in through ER Anesthesia induction (if licensed), monitoring, and recovery Venipuncture & u/s guided cystocentesis Catheter placement, including central lines Perform all aspects of CPR (intubation/ventilation, compressions, administer medications, documentation, etc.) Proficiency in placing and monitoring NG tubes and nasal cannulas Take various radiographs Assist Drs with exams and assessments In-house and outside lab sample preparation Fill pharmaceuticals Client communication (assessments, updates, estimates, discharges, etc.) ICU RESPONSIBILITIES: In addition to the above ER responsibilities, ICU responsibilities include Manage critical patients and their treatment sheets Calculate and administer CRIs (analgesics and/or pressors, i.e. Fentanyl, Norepinephrine, Propofol, etc.) Knowledge of transfusions and blood products Cross-match and blood type patients Knowledge and management of chest tubes, JP drains, urinary catheters, telemetry, etc. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE EMERGENCY TECHNICIAN POSITION: Ability to work independently Self-motivated and take initiative Excellent time management skills Ability to manage heavy caseloads Maintain the highest standard of patient care Ability to see the big picture when managing critical patients Flexible schedule to accommodate shift coverage and on calls Excellent communication skills with Drs, staff and clients Working knowledge of computers/iPads Ability to work in a team Be willing to learn new skills and techniques Train new hires, TAs, and Technician students 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 employees 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). APPLY TODAY! 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