Veterinary Specialty Surgery Technician

The Woodlands Animal Cancer and Referral Center • Full-time • Spring, Texas, United States • USD $20 - USD $25 / hour • 1w ago

Job Title: Veterinary Specialty Surgery Technician

Company: The Woodlands Animal Cancer and Referral Center

Location: Spring, TX

About Us: The Woodlands Animal Cancer and Referral Center is located in Spring, TX and is a privately owned specialty hospital! Uniquely, it is the second location, the premier being Pearland Animal Cancer and Referral Center which was the first and only privately owned specialty referral hospital in the Houston area dedicated to patients and clients with cancer! We opened our doors May 22nd of 2023 and are seeking a motivated, talented, experienced individual who is excited about the opportunity to continue to grow the practice and also grow their own skills and knowledge base.

Job Description: The Veterinary Specialty Surgery Technician will work closely with the Lead Surgery Technician in continuing the development of the Surgery Service. The ideal candidate will have strong skills and proven experience in critical care anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, and communication. While experience in specialty surgery is preferred, training is available for candidates with skills in anesthesia, venipuncture, and a detail-oriented approach.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Obtain vital signs including weight, temperature, heart/pulse rate, and more
Demonstrate safe patient restraint and lifting (< 50 lbs)
Perform digital radiographs and CT scans
Proficient in drug calculations and administration
Draw up medications based on veterinarian's prescriptions
Proficient in phlebotomy from all vessels
IV catheter placement
Anesthesia calculation and administration
Prepare surgical packs and set up OR
Perform clinical laboratory procedures
Support veterinarians and educate clients
Perform light custodial duties

Qualifications:

Prefer LVT and/or experienced technician
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently or as part of a team

Job Type: Full-time

Experience: Veterinary technician: 3 years (Preferred)

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Schedule: Min. 10-hour shift, 4 days, overtime

Education: High school or equivalent (Required)

Location: 26215 Oak Ridge Drive, Spring, TX, 77380

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Short and Long term disability

Ideal Candidate Traits:

Dependable
People-oriented
Adaptable/flexible
Detail-oriented
Achievement-oriented

Company Culture:

Detail-oriented
Stable
People-oriented
Team-oriented

Company Website: pearlandvetreferral.com

Company Facebook Page: facebook.com/pearlandvetreferral

Benefit conditions: Only full-time employees eligible

Work Environment: In person only, no remote work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Surgery

Schedule:

10 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Experience:

Veterinary technician: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Spring, TX 77380: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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