Veterinary Technician - Surgery & Anesthesia

The role

This person will perform patient pre-op preparation, post-op monitoring, and anesthesia induction. They will assist surgeons in and out of the OR and handle client communication.

What you will do

• Patient pre-op preparation and post-op monitoring
• Patient sedation and anesthesia induction and monitoring
• Radiography and assisting the surgeons both in and out of the OR
• Client communication and admitting/discharging patients as needed

Required qualifications

• Experience working as a Credentialed Veterinary Technician
• Confidence in anesthesia
• Ability to provide empathy, comfort, and nursing care to patients and owners
• Positive outlook
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment
• Commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to deliver exceptional client service
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently

Nice to have

• Additional fluency in other languages

Benefits

• Discount on veterinary care and pet insurance options
• Mental health support with Talkspace
• Uniform allowance
• Learning and growth opportunities
• Continuing education support for licensed team members
• 401k retirement plan options with company match
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options
• Basic life insurance provided
• Voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
• Paid time off for full-time team member
• Holiday pay for full-time team member

Before you apply

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About the company

Veritas Veterinary Partners specializes in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals. Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital provides compassionate and optimal patient care with a reputation of gold standard medicine.