Veterinary Technician - Neurology

The role

A credentialed technician will provide clinical support under the direction of licensed veterinarians. Duties include patient assessment, triage, administering medications, and assisting with surgical or emergency procedures.

What you will do

• Perform patient intake assessments and record vital signs
• 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 perform patient assessment
• Collect and prepare diagnostic specimens
• Support surgical and emergency procedures
• Communicate patient updates and care plans to clients
• Support and guide patient care associates, veterinary assistants and kennel attendants

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)
• Clinical proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration and patient assessment
• Strong observational, critical thinking and communication skills
• Commitment to legal and ethical standards of the veterinary technician profession
• Ability to stand, lift and handle animals for extended periods
• 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 through NAVTA, state veterinary technician associations or specialty academies
• 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
• Generous discounts for teammates’ pets
• Uniforms allowance
• Teammate referral bonus program
• Access earned wages before payday with DailyPay

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.