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Veterinary Technician - Neurology
Chattanooga, Tennessee. Posted a month ago
The role
A Veterinary Technician will work in the Neurology Department to assist board-certified neurologists. You will perform neuro exams, diagnostic procedures, surgeries, and intensive patient monitoring.
What you will do
- Assist Board-Certified Neurologist with neuro exams, diagnostic procedures, and intricate surgeries.
- Monitor patients at risk for cardiac and respiratory arrest and initiate CPR as needed.
- Perform patient assessments using various monitoring techniques.
- Communicate with pet owners about pet history and at-home care.
- Use diagnostics including MRI, CT, and radiology.
- Obtain and handle patient samples.
- Assist with cerebrospinal fluid sampling and prepare samples for reference labs.
- Provide intensive monitoring before, during, and after procedures.
- Collaborate with the team to deliver comprehensive care.
- Advocate for the well-being and comfort of patients.
Required qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience in a veterinary setting
- Skilled in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and drug calculations
- Strong medical math skills
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Compassionate, detail-oriented, and a team player
- Must be able to lift 40 lbs
Nice to have
- Experience in neurology or specialty practice
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or equivalent certification
Benefits
- Generous employee pet care discount
- Free Employee Assistance Program with mental health & financial wellness resources
- Competitive hourly pay and shift differentials for nights and weekends
- Opportunities for continuing education, including allowance and additional paid time off
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
- 120 hours annual paid time off plus floating holiday time
About the company
Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) is Chattanooga’s largest multi-specialty and emergency hospital. They are committed to providing exceptional specialty and emergency care in a supportive and collaborative team environment.