VTS training opportunity : Vet Tech Anesthetist

Company: Ethos Veterinary Health LLC
Location: Woburn
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

If you are a passionate veterinary technician looking to exercise your advanced nursing skills in a fast-paced learning environment, we want you!Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital, located in Woburn, MA is looking for a full time Anesthesia Technician interested in pursuing their VTS. MVRH is a Level 1 trauma center, 24-hour emergency/critical care and specialty veterinary hospital dedicated to providing compassionate medical care to dogs and cats. The anesthesia department services all of the anesthetic needs for the surgery, neurology, ophthalmology and critical care departments.The ideal candidate must have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, be self-motivated, works well in a team dynamic and possess the ability to multitask. We are seeking technicians who enjoy a challenge and are looking to further their anesthesia career. Technicians who are looking to apply for their VTS in anesthesia and analgesia will be fully supported while working with board certified anesthesiologists and other veterinary technician specialists.This position requires and will provide the opportunity for advanced training in:

• Venipuncture, epidurals and local region blocks
• Anesthetic plans
• Anesthetic procedures, including induction and intubation, monitoring and post-operative recovery care for a variety of surgical procedures (orthopedic, soft tissue, thoracic, neurologic and ocular)
• Knowledge and ability to perform different radiographic techniques
• Strong mathematical skills for drug calculations
• Ability to troubleshoot anesthetic equipment
• Participate in voluntary anesthesia on-callCompensation is based on experience $20-$28hr. About You:Experience working in a veterinary hospital and anesthesia required.An Associate's or Bachelor's degree from Veterinary Technology program or equivalent preferredCertified Veterinary Technician (CVT) Physical Requirements:Lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basisStand for up to 12 hours per dayWhat you will get:We invest heavily in our employees with many opportunities for growth and development! The Veterinary Technician Anesthesia role with a concentration in VTS anesthesia is a program for veterinary technicians seeking a focused opportunity to develop their skills in veterinary anesthesia. This program is designed to provide the veterinary technician with the opportunity to increase their knowledge and skills while gaining experience in this highly specialized discipline. While participating in anesthetic cases from our surgery, neurology, internal medicine, ophthalmology and emergency/critical care departments, the intern will work closely with our Veterinary Anesthesiologists and Veterinary Technician Specialists in anesthesia/analgesia. Technicians will be allotted time off the floor to study and write case reports for VTS submission. One on one mentorship with a VTS in anesthesia and our anesthesiologists. We offer outstanding benefits (no waiting period!) including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, competitive continuing education allowance for each Technician, generous pet discounts, and much more! Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.PM19Powered by JazzHR

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