Technician/Assistants to help support our surgery department.
-WHO WE ARE: Angell, founded in 1915, is recognized internationally as a leader in animal medicine and has the reputation as one of the finest veterinary teaching hospitals in North America.
Angell serves the greater Boston and scenic New England area as a primary care facility, a 24-hour emergency hospital, and as a tertiary referral center. OUR ANESTHESIA DEPARTMENT: With 2 board certified anesthesiologist, 4 board certified surgeons and 3 resident surgeons, 7 surgical suites, state-of the art monitoring and surgical equipment, this position is perfect for the certified technician or skill assistant who wants to be
working in an innovative and challenging environment working alongside the best veterinary doctors in the country. APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS: Surgery Candidates: -We are looking for applicants with at least 3 years of veterinary technician/assistant experience in a surgical environment.
Certified Veterinary Technician, CVT required for a technician role. As this position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, we require applicants to include a cover letter showcasing your writing skills. Anesthesia Candidates: -We are looking for applicants with at least 3 years of veterinary technician/assistant experience in anesthesia. Experience working in a referral setting is a
plus. Certified Veterinary Technician, CVT required for a technician role.
As this position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, we require applicants to include a cover letter showcasing your writing skills. -Qualificationinteractionperience Required 3 years: Must have at least 3 years of surgery experience to qualify for a surgery role and at least 3 years anesthesia experience to qualify for an anesthesia role #J-18808-Ljbffr
planet. We love all pets like our own We're the future of the pet industry We're here to improve lives We drive outstanding results together We're welcome as we are Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners.
We are 29,000 strong, working together across 1,500+ pet care centers, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics, eight distribution centers and two support centers. Position Purpose: The purpose of this Veterinarian Technician position inherently involves providing excellent veterinary care to our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital patients and phenomenal customer
care to their owners. The Veterinary Technician represents the mission and values to all clients and partners. Our Veterinary Technicians set the tone for the technical and customer support team in the hospital, and are responsible, like all team members, for fostering cohesion and motivation within the hospital partners.
All hospital partners are responsible for performing duties in a way that creates an environment in which: The patient's needs always come first. Every team member understands that they have the power to do what it takes to create an exceptional customer and patient experience. contentious issues are dealt with and resolved as they occur when possible, or as soon as
is possible. exceptional teamwork and commitment to shared goals benefits the entire organization.
Essential Job Functions: The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation: Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments or walk-ins and escort into an exam room, obtain weight and vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, pain score, body condition score), record all in the electronic medical record, and begin documentation of the patient visit in the electronic medical record by obtaining and recording a thorough patient history. Assist veterinarian with appointments (routine and emergency), surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia's, taking direct supervision from the veterinarian(s) and the Hospital Office Manager or Hospital Leader on Duty.
Perform patient restraint, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications at the direction of the veterinarian, and maintain the electronic medical record. Schedule appointments, communicate with and educate clients, relay test results to doctor and clients, maintain and update inventory as well as client/patient records, and manage accounts receivable. Prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures, safely support induction and monitoring of anesthetized patients including checking and recording vital parameters (under direction of the veterinarian), monitor patients during recovery, and prepare them for discharge to owner or transfer to an overnight care facility as needed.
Provide in-hospital treatments for sick patients including giving injectable and oral medications as well as intravenous therapies; keep patients clean, watered, and fed (when indicated and directed by veterinarian), and safely walk canine patients when necessary for elimination. Participate in the training of new staff members and general dissemination of knowledge as required.
Keep hospital environment neat and clean; perform regular cleaning of environment based on necessity as well as based on a pre-determined maintenance schedule. Other Duties and Responsibilities: Perform additional duties as assigned. Provide backup phone and front desk support as needed. Nature of Supervision: In all activities related to the care of patients, the Veterinary Technician will take direct supervision from the veterinarians as well as the Hospital Office Manager or Hospital Leader on Duty. For purposes of overall supervision, the Veterinary Technician takes direction from the Hospital Office Manager.
Planning and Problem Solving: Like all team members, the Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring that day-to-day operation of the hospital is efficient and provides an optimal experience for our patients and clients. Impact: This position will impact the organization by contributing to the growth of a productive practice while focusing on a high-quality standard of care. From an overall hospital organizational standpoint, this position in critical to ensuring that we have a cohesive, well-trained, and motivated technical team.
The desired result is the creation of an optimal environment that ensures employee retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction. Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no immediate supervisory duties. Education/Experience: College or college-equivalent education (completed) as required in becoming a Credentialed Veterinary Technician in the state in which the hospital is located. Must have at least 1-year previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or working in a veterinary practice. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be compassionate and sympathetic and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations. Must have telephone and computer skills. Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change. Work Environment: The majority of job duties are conducted in the Vetco Total Care full-service hospital. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. A large amount of this partner's time will be spent in direct contact with clients and their pets.
Contacts: This position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary specialists, and companies that provide products and/or services that the practice utilizes. Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. To translate this webpage to Spanish or other languages on your internet browser click the translate button to the right of your browser address bar.
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This position promotes collaboration, excellent communication, and leadership between the veterinary and husbandry teams to provide best-in-class medicine and welfare to all animals under our care. The Associate Veterinarian also works in collaboration with NEAQ's conservation and education programs and contributes to scientific research in the veterinary field.
ABOUT OUR FACILITY The New England Aquarium is a leading marine conservation, research, and education organization. The Aquarium's public campus in Boston, MA displays nearly 12,000 animals comprised of approximately 550 species. Its private satellite campus in Quincy, MA includes facilities for the rehabilitation of stranded
sea turtles, quarantine, and aquaculture of fish and invertebrates. The Aquarium maintains veterinary facilities at each campus, including medical, surgical, laboratory, and necropsy facilities.
Diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities at each campus include point-of-care blood analysis, light and dissecting microscopy with digital image capture, rigid and flexible endoscopy, Vet Rocket DR radiography, ultrasonography, and photobiomodulation therapy. Established relationships with regional veterinary referral hospitals and specialists allow for advanced care including surgery, ophthalmology, dentistry, cardiology, neurology, dermatology, acupuncture, and advanced imaging, including MRI
and CT. Collaboration with Aquarium scientists allows for the integration of advanced statistical analysis, endocrinology, conservation physiology, and emerging fisheries technologies, including biotelemetry.
SCHEDULE This is a full-time regular on-site position offering a comprehensive benefits package. The schedule will generally be Tuesday-Saturday and includes the ability to work in Boston and Quincy. Some holidays, and occasional early morning or late-night hours required. The veterinary team performs overnight on-call duties on a rotational basis as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides veterinary care for permanent collection animals and sea turtles admitted via the Rescue and Rehabilitation Program.
Supports the Director of Animal Health and Senior Veterinarian to develop and provide a complete health care program, with emphasis on preventative medical and husbandry practices. Collaborates with the Director of Animal Health and Senior Veterinarian to supervise and coordinate Animal Health Department staff, and directly manages and leads the team in their absence. Works collaboratively with veterinary and husbandry staff to educate, direct, and ensure excellent communication on all aspects of animal health and welfare. Maintains compliance on all veterinary regulatory matters at the local, state, and federal levels, in accordance with AZA and Aquarium policies.
Maintains complete and current medical records in accordance with Aquarium, AZA, and federal regulations. Collaborates with the Director of Animal Health and Senior Veterinarian to coordinate the use of consulting and collaborating veterinarians. Supports the Director of Animal Health and Senior Veterinarian to conduct Zoonotic Disease Training and Controlled Drug Trainings to appropriate staff. Assists the Senior Veterinarian with directing our veterinary student externship program.
Participates in clinical and conservation research programs, publishes and presents research. Acts as a spokesperson for the Animal Health Department to the public and media when indicated. Performs other position-related duties, as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Training and Experience Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM, VMD, or foreign equivalents) Minimum of 2 years clinical experience with one year of aquatic animal experience required, preferably from an AZA accredited organization. Valid Massachusetts Veterinary license (and maintain good standing) before start of employment. Valid Massachusetts controlled drug license and DEA license, or ability to obtain one (and maintain good standing) within three months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent interpersonal and project management skills (oral and written) allowing for open communication and collaboration across diverse teams. Excellent organizational and time management, public speaking, scientific writing, and computer skills required. Experience with electronic record-keeping systems desired; experience with Tracks preferred. Ability to provide leadership and direction under emergency and other high-pressure situations.
Practices empathy and compassion for our animals and staff. USDA accreditation to certify health for interstate and international transport. For more information and to apply online please visit: http: //neaq. /jobs/ New England Aquarium is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC. Here we foster a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to engage and inspire a broad audience with our efforts to protect the blue planet, and we believe a diverse workforce provides experiences, skills, and perspectives that enrich our programs, strengthen problem-solving, add creativity, and enhance our work environment.
For more information and to apply online please visit: http: //neaq. /jobs/ New England Aquarium is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC. Here we foster a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to engage and inspire a broad audience with our efforts to protect the blue planet, and we believe a diverse workforce provides experiences, skills, and perspectives that enrich our programs, strengthen problem-solving, add creativity, and enhance our work environment.
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