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PetVet Care Centers
Surgeons Veterinary Technician - Hagyard Equine Medical Institute
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What they do
A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.
$38,036 / year median in Kentucky
+27% projected growth
Job Description
PetVet Care Centers' Hagyard Equine Medical Institute is currently seeking a Surgeon's Veterinary Technician to join their team! At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve. With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide , we offer: Local autonomy with national support Career mobility and development opportunities A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first You care for pets. We care for you. Position Overview Join our team as a Surgeon's Veterinary Technician who performs a variety of equine health care and surgical duties to assist veterinarians and surgical team in a hospital setting. Hagyard Equine Medical Institute is an internationally recognized leader in equine medicine, combining cutting-edge technology with a collaborative team dedicated to advancing equine health and performance. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Interact with the surgeon(s) in a professional manner to understand their overall needs and requirements. Review and support surgeon's daily calendar, case load, and procedures both in the practice and in the field Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling, reports, client communication and billing based upon the needs of the surgeon Assist with daily restocking of medication, supply cabinets and surgery suites as needed Assist with daily preparations of surgical packs, tables, carts, medications, drapes, et as needed Assist with x-ray of patients. Assist with properly placing patients on tables for surgical procedures, specific to each surgeon's specifications. Clip and prepare patients' surgical sites using aseptic technique. Assist with any duties before, during or after surgeries, including assisting with the needs of the surgical suite, cleaning, disinfecting and preparing surgical packs. Clean instruments and prepare surgical packs for sterilization. Maintain a clean/sanitary, well-organized surgery area including recovery and treatment areas. Clean floors, tables, transfer areas, and recovery rooms before and after surgeries. Hose and squeegee floors throughout day. Empty trash and recycling. Laundry Assist with the surgery center's final end of day cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing instruments. Attend and participate in required staff meetings. Assist with special projects and additional duties as directed by the supervisor(s), surgeon(s) or a member of management. Expectations To treat other people with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. To be dependable and punctual on working hours scheduled and to be willing to stay beyond scheduled hours if needed. To be a self-starter and take the required initiative to perform all tasks successfully. To obtain required knowledge and skills relevant to the assistant or technician job responsibilities. To contribute to the overall team by utilizing your skills and knowledge to achieve performance excellence. To assist in achieving and maintaining high quality standards in the overall care and needs of patients. To maintain confidentiality with regards to client-patient rights. To conduct oneself professionally as a representative of Hagyard Equine Medical Institute refraining from inappropriate language and behavior. To constructively communicate progress, problems or other issues requiring attention to the appropriate supervisor, doctor or member of management. To offer solutions and demonstrate a positive attitude when dealing with clients, supervisors, doctors, management, other team members, and outside vendors or suppliers. To give guidance to other personnel in understanding the importance of adhering to procedures and proper protocol in the areas of treatment, patient care and safety standards. To maintain a professional appearance and a courteous attitude. To always maintain a clean/sanitary and well-organized work/service area. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.