About Us:
North Beaverton Pet Hospital is a progressive, AAHA-accredited, privately owned small animal veterinary hospital dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive care to our furry companions. We offer a range of services including surgery, urgent care, advanced diagnostics, and preventative care. Our team is committed to excellence and continuously strives to provide the highest standard of veterinary care to our patients and their families.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) with a passion for surgery to join our team as the CVT Surgery Lead. The CVT Surgery Lead will play a pivotal role in overseeing and assisting with surgical procedures, ensuring the highest level of patient care and surgical excellence. This position offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic surgical team in a collaborative and supportive environment, as well as a chance to participate directly in the hospital's leadership team.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate surgical procedures, including pre-operative preparation, intra-operative assistance, and post-operative care.
- Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures, ensuring all equipment and instruments are properly prepared and utilized.
- Monitor patient vital signs during surgery and recovery, providing immediate intervention as needed.
- Communicate with clients regarding their pets' surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of the proposed treatment plan, including risks, benefits, and alternatives.
- Provide estimates for surgical procedures, discussing financial obligations and payment options with clients to ensure transparency and clarity.
- Educate clients on post-operative care instructions and expectations, addressing any questions or concerns to ensure compliance and optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with the veterinary team to develop treatment plans tailored to each patient's individual needs, taking into consideration medical history, diagnostic results, and client preferences.
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records, documenting all aspects of patient care and client communication to ensure continuity of care and legal compliance.
- Train and mentor veterinary technicians in surgical techniques, anesthesia monitoring, and surgical instrument handling.
- Maintain surgical equipment, ensuring proper functioning and cleanliness.
- Collaborate with the veterinary team to develop and implement protocols for surgical procedures and patient care.
- Participate in continuing education to stay current on advancements in surgical techniques and anesthesia protocols.
Qualifications:
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or equivalent certification required.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in surgical assistance in a small animal veterinary setting.
- Oregon Radiation Safety certified.
- Proficiency in surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and surgical assistance.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and train veterinary technicians.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to teamwork.
- Attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Enthusiasm for providing exceptional patient care and improving surgical outcomes.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance.
- Four-day work week.
- Continuing education opportunities and support for professional development.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Employee discounts on veterinary services and products.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position. In your cover letter, please highlight your experience in surgical assistance and leadership roles. We look forward to hearing from you!
North Beaverton Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 36 per week
Work Location: In person
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