Veterinary Technician - Cardiology

The role

A credentialed technician will provide clinical support in the Cardiology department. Duties include patient assessment, administering medications, and assisting with specialized procedures like echocardiograms and ECGs.

What you will do

• Perform patient intake assessments and obtain history
• Assist with triage of emergency and urgent cases
• Monitor hospitalized patients for changes in condition
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgical procedures
• Collect and prepare diagnostic specimens
• Communicate patient updates and discharge instructions to clients
• Support and guide patient care associates and assistants
• Perform cardiology specific tasks including echocardiograms, ECGs, and holter monitors

Required qualifications

• Active credentialing as an RVT, LVT or CVT in the state of practice
• Graduation from an AVMA CVTEA-accredited veterinary technology program
• Successful completion of the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE)
• Demonstrated clinical proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration and patient assessment
• Strong observational, critical thinking and communication skills
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently

Nice to have

• Experience in a specialty or emergency veterinary hospital
• Familiarity with specialty-specific clinical protocols
• Prior experience mentoring or training veterinary assistants or patient care associates
• Active participation in continuing education
• Additional fluency in other languages

Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance options
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Covered licensing fees
• Continuing education allowance
• Mental health support through Talkspace and ComPsych
• Pet insurance
• Discounts for teammates' pets
• Uniforms allowance
• Teammate referral bonus program
• Access earned wages before payday with DailyPay

Before you apply

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About the company

Veritas Veterinary Partners specializes in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals. The company is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within its community.