Registered Veterinary Technician

Green Meadow Veterinary Hospital in semi-rural Marietta, Ohio is currently looking for Registered Veterinary Technicians. Not just any RVTs, but those that want to bring their skills, talents and passions to a team of concurring individuals. RVTs who want to be part of a positive change, and can keep a positive outlook when dealing with sick animals, emotional clients, and the general commotion of a busy animal hospital. 

Duties:

·        Assessing and recording vitals, follow a treatment plan to provide care for hospitalized patients,

·        Assists the doctor in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepare and anesthetize patients for surgery; assists doctors in calculating doses, drug, and fluid administration.

·        Monitors patients during surgery and recovery.

·        Gives injections and administers oral medications in accordance with hospital policy.

·        Performs emergency procedures such as control of bleeding, resuscitation with oxygen, opening airways, and CPR.

·        Performs clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures; draws blood for laboratory analysis; maintains file of lab test results and ensures that test results are recorded in patient records.

·        Takes radiographs/administers EKGs.

·        Performs euthanasias.

·        Cleaning and bandaging wounds, applying casts.

·        Admits and discharges patients on the doctor's orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state.

·        Instructs clients on various aspects of animal care; explains dosage/purpose of medications; reinforces the proper care and procedures that should be followed at home; makes follow-up calls to clients.

·        Follows all controlled substance regulations and maintains Controlled Substance inventory in conjunction with the practice manager and Cubex system.

·        Understands usage and dosage for all prescription drugs and can readily explain them to the clients.

·        Consults with doctors regarding client concerns, questions, laboratory results, follow-up appointments, and diagnostics. 

·        Assists properly cleaning all surgical materials after they are used; keeps the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery.

Requirements: 

·        Must be a Registered Veterinary Technician with current licensure in the State of Ohio, and West Virginia if applicable.

·        Experience preferred but not needed (dental experience or certification a major plus.) 

·        Calmness, composure, and an extraordinary commitment to customer service and                  compassion.

·        Able to lift 40 lbs.

·        Enjoy a busy and active team environment. This is a physically challenging role - our patients do not stop moving and neither do we!

Rate of pay is depending on experience. All experience levels will be considered. Benefits include CE allowances, health insurance, pet benefits, IRA plan with employer match, paid holidays, sick days, and paid vacation.