Job Description
*VCA Veterinary Specialists of CT *is looking to expand their surgical team! *Veterinary Specialists of CT* is seeking a *Lead Veterinary Anesthesia Technician *to join the specialty surgical team at our 24-7 hybrid and specialty referral hospital in West Hartford, CT. We have a unique culture in our hospital that values team building, connectivity, and wellness as well as striving to celebrate each person’s individual skill and career progression. Our team has a shared devotion to providing progressive medicine with compassionate care as a driving force. *Why Join the Veterinary Specialists of CT Team? *We have a surgeon, leadership team, and onsite technician manager who are passionate about supporting our veterinary assistants and technicians. We are committed to your continuing education and personal career development, and strive to create an environment where training advanced technician skills is our top priority. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve.
*Lead Veterinary Anesthesia Technician Responsibilities:*
* Monitor and coordinate an efficient flow on the floor
* Support the team development
* Anesthesia procedural monitoring
* *Full Technician Skill Utilization*
* Collect patient history & physical exams
* Refill medications refills and communicate with clients
* Medical calculations
* Venipuncture / IVC placement
* *Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority)*
* Work collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
* Provide compassionate care for all patients
*Potential Schedule: *Full-time, weekday shifts. Incentivized voluntary on-call shifts. *Compensation: *$28- $32 per hour
*What Makes Veterinary Specialist of CT Unique? *Whether you are a seasoned Veterinary Assistant or a Technician in training, we welcome your experience and allow you to utilize your medical knowledge to the fullest extent. With a bustling General Practice wing, your daily dose of puppies and kittens will be met. In addition to our advanced procedures on the specialty side such as: Neurology and MRI, Internal Medicine and Endoscopy and Surgery, we also provide the option of a Holistic approach offering acupuncture and nutrition support. At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. *VCA Total Rewards Benefits Package:*
* Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
* *Free NAVTA* Membership & *RECOVER* Training
* Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl
* Growth & leadership opportunities
* Medical, Dental & Vision
* Career development programs
* *Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships*
* $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates
* Veterinary Technician *license reimbursement*
* Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
* Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
* *VTS Path financial, and mentorship support*
* Paid vacation and sick time
* Paid parental leave
* 401(k)
* *Free* mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
* Referral bonuses
* *Infertility benefits*
* Competitive wage
* *Free access* to *Plumbs*, and education platforms such as *Vetfolio*
*Why You Should Consider Us: *This role is suited for a *Certified Technician* with 3 years of anesthesia experience and leadership experience preferred. Candidate must be positive, able to assist with case flow, support the surgical team with challenging surgical cases and provide training and support as appropriate. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged. We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now- We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 10 hour shift
* Day shift
* Evening shift
* Weekends as needed
Experience:
* Veterinary experience: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
* West Hartford, CT 06117 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* West Hartford, CT 06117: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Relocation, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift, Weekday work,