Overview
Veterinary ER/ICU Technician Assistant Jobs in Durham, NC at Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital
Emergency/ICU Technician Assistant
Durham, NC
Are you looking to start a career in Emergency Veterinary Medicine?? Are you looking for the opportunity to grow with on-the-job training?? Look no further! The Triangle’s premier Emergency and Specialty Hospital is growing! We are looking for highly motivated and passionate individuals to join the TVRH team at our Durham location. We provide 24-hour emergency service and specialty referrals in surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, radiology, neurology and rehabilitation and we’re looking for team members who want to reach their fullest potential in a fast paced, fun, and stimulating environment.
We are currently seeking Technician Assistants for our Emergency/ICU Department. These roles function with a great deal of autonomy and responsibility. A strong work ethic, sound judgment, excellent communication skills, a positive attitude and the ability to work both independently and with a team are required.
Job Summary
The ER/ICU Technician Assistant (TA) role is responsible for assisting the technicians and clinicians so they are able complete daily tasks in an efficient manner. In conjunction with patient care, this role is also responsible for routine maintenance of the hospital ensuring proper infectious disease protocols are followed.
Essential Job Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Floor Responsibilities
Properly restrain canine and feline patients for procedures
Assist clinicians and technicians with patient care
Assist in positioning and acquisition of patient radiographs
Run in-house laboratory tests
Set-up and prep for patient procedures
Fill patient prescriptions
Proactively assist team members throughout the hospital when necessary
Enter patient vitals into Cornerstone and complete patient treatments in Instinct in addition to other necessary basic entry into patient records
Stock supplies in ICU
Add items to the want list as supplies are needed
Complete service’s daily and weekly cleaning task lists
Assist in cleaning duties including but not limited to laundry, sweeping/mopping floors, taking out the trash/recycling, cleaning treatment areas, cages, counter tops and bathrooms
General
Identify and bring to the attention of the management, any issues or concerns and assist in the development of solutions
Maintain professionalism in high pressure situation and around clients in varying emotional states.
Preferred Education and Experience
1+ years of experience in the veterinary field
MUST have professional experience with proper canine and feline restraint
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent
In addition to a competitive salary, TVRH offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Health, vision, and dental
HSA and FSA Plans
Short-term and long-term disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity
Life Insurance
401k with employer match
Paid Parental Leave
Internal benefits include PTO, CE PTO and allowance, uniform allowance, and veterinary services discount.
Title: Veterinary ER/ICU Technician Assistant
Company: Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital
Location: Durham, NC
