Description

Multi-location surgery practice is seeking a Licensed Technician with VTS credentials in Surgery.   Diverse caseload and multi-location rotation creates a stimulating and challenging opportunity to learn and grow in the veterinary technician field.

Our practice specializes in surgery and rehabilitation.  VTS will provide leadership and education for veterinary staff while being a part of the day-to-day team.  Applicant must have demonstrated ability to build positive, professional relationships with clients and staff members. Experience in the area of anesthesia is a required skill. Additionally, emergency and critical care experience is a plus.  Use of proper medical terminology and the ability to perform tasks accurately and timely with minimal direction, and ability to provide positive leadership, constructive feedback and training to different levels of staff are needed for this position.

Great hours, new hire bonus, top compensation, health insurance, CE assistance, uniform allowance and retirement benefits. Relocation assistance will be considered for top candidate. Make the vibrant City of Atlanta your new hometown. Take advantage of the culture, mild year around climate and outdoor activities this wonderful area has to offer!

Requirements

Candidate must be a licensed veterinary technician with VTS credentials in Surgery.  Top communication skills both internal and external are key.  The ability to multi-task and maintain thoroughness in the timely preparation of medical records is an important administrative skill.  

Medical and Teamwork skills required: 

Medical Skills:

• VTS certification in Surgery
• Consistently use proper technique for accurately calculating medicine dosages and administering medications including anesthetic drugs.
• Consistently demonstrate proper care and technique in the placement of IV catheters
• Knowledgeable of surgery prep procedures and induction of surgery patients.
• Has knowledge of specialized nursing care for surgical patients
• Ability to place bandages, splints and slings
• Consistently demonstrate the use of sterile techniques for surgery and can effectively assist in surgery.
• Consistently demonstrate the ability to work with surgical monitoring equipment and anesthesia equipment including ventilators.
• Knowledgeable of the preparation of surgery instruments and surgical packs
• Knowledgeable of surgical procedures and the associated discharge instructions. 
• Demonstrated animal handling skills
• Ability to provide leadership and give constructive feedback to help team grow.
• Ability to provide training to various levels of staff.

Teamwork:

• Consistently work cohesively with entire staff
• Professionally communicate with VRSP Surgeons, and staff members.
• Professionally communicate with referring DVMs and clients.
• Handle stress and pressure with poise and tact.