Overview
Certified Veterinary Technician Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA at Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology
Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology is a small, privately owned, cardiology practice looking for a certified veterinary technician to join our amazing team. We consider ourselves a close knit group with an emphasis on a positive work/life balance.
We pride ourselves in taking the greatest care of not only our patients but our clients. Our technicians maintain strong relationships with our clients that are cultivated by helping them navigate the sometimes scary waters of diagnosed heart disease in their beloved pet.
We primarily see outpatient appointments but we also perform cardiac surgeries such as pacemaker implantation, balloon valvuloplasty and PDA repair.
We are primarily based at the North Hills (807 Camp Horne Road) location but also see outpatient appointments in Washington, PA three days a week. Depending on the needs of the practice, the employee may be scheduled at either location.
Responsibilities
Patient Care under direct veterinary supervision:
Anesthesia: induction, intubation, maintenance and recovery, intravenous sedation
Establish open airway
Administer resuscitative oxygen procedures
Administer external cardiac resuscitation
Administer resuscitative drugs, in the event of cardiac arrest
Patient Care under indirect veterinary supervision (unless patient is under anesthesia, then direct veterinary supervision is required):
Perform diagnostic imaging
Perform intravenous catheterization
Administer and apply medications and treatments by routes, including oral, intramuscular, intravenous and subcutaneous
Perform cardiac monitoring
Patient care with no supervision:
Emergency treatment (resuscitative procedures) when patient has been placed in a life-threatening condition and immediate treatment is necessary to sustain the patient’s life Animal restraint
Obtain vitals including Doppler blood pressure
Adhere to sterile protocols/procedures
Maintain patient medical files (electronic)
Pharmacy: drug conversion, labeling, accuracy, filling
Kennel duties
Act as a liaison between Clients, Referring Veterinarians, co-workers, etc.
Provide education to clients in regards to at-home care and safety precaution specific to cardiology patients.
Responsible for a clean work station and treatment area
Complete any additional tasks not specified and/or assignments as requested by the Owner Doctor, Associate Doctor(s), and/or Department Manager.
Skills
Knowledge of species, breeds and general animal behavior
Ability to produce detailed and accurate work
Ability to work well with others and promote a team atmosphere
Must possess excellent time management and multi tasking skills
Ability to recognize problems and communicate to other clinical staff in and out of the department
Ability to work in a fast paced, stimulating, client oriented environment
Must possess the ability to promote an atmosphere of mutual respect
Must have general computer knowledge and use
Ability to utilize equipment and tools as required by department protocols
Ability to apply general veterinary medical knowledge
Experience:
One year of experience as a Veterinary Technician required.
Three years experience as a Veterinary Technician preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
4×10
Monday to Friday
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Veterinary technician: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Certified Veterinary Technician
Company: Pittsburgh Veterinary Cardiology
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
