Miami Veterinary Dermatology

We are seeking a veterinary technician for a per diem or temporary position at our North Miami and South Miami office.. Job Description: Certified or Non Certified Veterinary Technician. Technicians also may see their own appointments, when a doctor exam is not required, for procedures such as suture removal, nail trim, allergy vaccine administration, long-term medication monitoring testing, surgery/procedure admission and discharge and boarding check-in exams.. Maintain proper care and medication administration of boarding animals and assist kennel staff. Responsible for in-hospital lab testing (i.e. pre-anesthetic testing, senior screens, complete blood count, urinalysis, cytology, etc.)

veterinary technician

Job Description Job Description We are a busy mobile veterinary dermatology practice that only sees pets with skin and ear problems. We are seeking a veterinary technician for a per diem or temporary position at our North Miami and South Miami office. It is possible the position could turn into longer term. We are willing to train on the dermatology part, but there must be at least one-two years of veterinary technician experience. The job responsibilities and description are outlined below.
You must be dependable, detail oriented, have self initiative, quick learner and have great customer service skills. You must have your own transportation and be punctual. It's a plus if you speak Spanish. Salary will depend on experience level.
Our application process entails: reviewing a current resume, filling out our application form, reference contact, phone interview and then work interview.
Watch our video on You Tube so that you see what we are all about and then message us so that you can be part of our great team: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaVbIYmIaXs
COVID 19 Disclaimer: We are a veterinary business that is considered essential and still seeing patients. We care for our staff and are doing everything possible to protect them. We are only seeing clients thru curbside service, therefore, clients are not allowed into the clinic. All communication with client is done over the phone. We provide PPE for our staff. Job Description: Certified or Non Certified Veterinary Technician
Position Summary
A veterinary technician directly handles inpatient and outpatient care, working hand-in-hand with veterinarians. The technician assists in exam rooms by taking patients’ history, vital signs and weight; collecting samples and running diagnostic tests; providing client education; and assisting with animal restraint. Technicians also may see their own appointments, when a doctor exam is not required, for procedures such as suture removal, nail trim, allergy vaccine administration, long-term medication monitoring testing, surgery/procedure admission and discharge and boarding check-in exams. Technicians directly impact doctors’ productivity, client service and patient care. Technicians play a key role in communicating with clients in person and by phone for follow-up care and patient monitoring.
Job Responsibilities
Technical Duties, 90%:
Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery/procedures
Perform in-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for outside labs
Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs and weights as well as providing client education
Provide nursing care for in-hospital patients
Conduct pre-admission exams and discharge hospitalized patients
Perform client callbacks
Maintain proper care and medication administration of boarding animals and assist kennel staff
Maintain legally defensible medical records in cooperation with veterinarians
Exams
Prepare and maintain exam rooms (cleanliness and stocking of supplies and brochures)
Assist veterinarians in exam rooms by taking patients’ history, vital signs and weight; preparing medications; and assisting with medical records
Educate clients on prevention and wellness topics (i.e. flea control)
As directed by veterinarian may need to collect samples and examine samples (i.e. skin scrapes, skin and ear cytologies. etc.)
Fill prescriptions per veterinarians’ instructions
Educate clients about medication instructions and administration
Perform admission exams for patients being hospitalized, including weight, vital signs and pre-surgical exam
Perform pre-anesthetic exams on surgery/procedure patients if the veterinarian has not already assessed patients
Discharge patients for procedures/surgeries
Lab
Responsible for in-hospital lab testing (i.e. pre-anesthetic testing, senior screens, complete blood count, urinalysis, cytology, etc.)
Collect and prepare samples
Properly log diagnostics test results. Report diagnostic testing results to veterinarians
Maintain quality controls and record keeping on in-house lab equipment
Complete proper sample preparation and paperwork for outside diagnostic lab tests
Treatment
Perform treatments noted on treatment board and in medical records (hospitalized patients, surgery or procedure patients)
Assist veterinarians with daily treatments
Monitor in hospital patients
Provide nursing care
Use and maintain IV pumps
Surgery/Procedures
Admit patients scheduled for surgery or procedures
Keep surgical materials stocked
Prepare gown and surgical packs
Check oxygen lines and waste gas scavenger system; turn off scavenger system after surgical procedures are completed
Prepare procedure or surgical area properly
Prepare instruments; know type of surgical instruments required for specific surgeries
Assist veterinarians with patient restraint
Assist veterinarians with induction/intubation or perform induction/intubation
Surgical /procedure preparation of patient
Monitor anesthesia closely with monitoring equipment such as pulse oximeter and electrocardiogram
Help maintain anesthesia machine
Assist veterinarian performing surgery/procedure
Monitor patients waking up from anesthesia; assist with treatment if patient has reaction to anesthesia
Clean surgery/procedure area and surgical instruments after each procedure following hospital sterilization protocols
Keep accurate anesthesia/surgical medical records
Ensure hospital patients go home well groomed and in an appropriate medical state
Medical Records
Update medical records with progress notes
Communicate with doctors and technicians through notations in medical records
Record information for hospitalized patients including: Daily status each time a technician touches a patient, with initials, time, procedures and observations
Boarding information
Hospitalized procedures
Pre-surgical exam findings, anesthesia risk
Time anesthesia begins, ends and how many minutes
Suture material, suture pattern; incision location and size; veterinarian’s surgical notes
Lab test results
Injections, medications, fluid therapy, pain management Note homecare instructions given to and reviewed with client
Create estimates/treatment plans
Collect signatures on consent forms and estimates/treatment plans
Housekeeping Duties, 5%:
Maintain cleanliness of surgery/procedure suite, treatment area and exams rooms for all surfaces, including lights, tables, cabinets, walls and floors
Maintain equipment cleanliness and longevity by vacuuming pet hair from keyboards, wheels and equipment
Vacuum computer keyboards in treatment area, lab/pharmacy and exam rooms
Clean glass windows and doors in surgery/procedure area, treatment area and exam rooms
Sweep and mop floors in surgery/procedure area, exam rooms and treatment area
Keep food and drinks out of treatment area and surgery/procedure area
Discard syringes in proper containers
Empty trash
Clean water and food bowls for hospitalized pets
Clean cages and bedding for hospitalized pets
Scrub and polish sinks
Wipe down walls and baseboards in the surgery/procedure area, treatment area and exam rooms
Clean cages
Do laundry
Administrative Duties, 3%:
Inventory
Log controlled drugs
Assist with inventory physical count
Know how to use the inventory module in our veterinary practice-management software
Unpack deliveries, reconcile against packing slip and restock supplies
Restock shelves and drawers in exam rooms and treatment area
Safety
· Follow OSHA requirements
· Follow practice’s health and safety protocols
Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Administrative
Be proficient in using our veterinary practice software
File lab results
Assist receptionists when they need extra help
Attend staff and department meetings
Professional Growth Duties, 2%:
Attend continuing education for technicians (conferences, online courses, videos, in-clinic seminars, etc.) as recommended by practice owner
Read veterinary and technician journals as recommended by practice owner
Educational Requirements & Skills Needed
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Associate’s degree in applied science, veterinary technology (not required but preferred)
State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician (not required but preferred)
Skills Needed:
Ability to assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery
Physical Obligations:
Able to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
Endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods
Type (in timely manner) information for patient records and prescription labels into the computer
Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment
Take safety precautions for exposure to toxins, drugs, anesthesia and radiation #J-18808-Ljbffr

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