28311105 – VM-OPERATING ROOM SERVICES

OPS Small Animal Operating Room Service On-Call Technician

The Small Animal Operating Room Services with the Veterinary Hospital is recruiting for an OPS on call/after hour technician. This position assists with surgical procedures, performs routine and surgical nursing care functions on animal patients such as surgical preparation, aseptic technique and pre-surgical treatments. This position has a variety of responsibilities which include, but not limited to:

– ensure that patients are prepped in a timely fashion; prepares patient for surgery in accordance with hospital standard.
– assembles surgical supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures.
– maintains aseptic techniques and actively monitors situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique.
– transports patients to/from surgical suite; positions patients according to surgical type.
– cleans OR suites and instrumentation/equipment according to hospital standard.
– operate a variety of machines such as scoping equipment, power equipment, instrument washers and flash sterilizers.

This position requires coverage for after hour/emergency procedures; the hours of operation are:
– Monday through Friday 5pm to 8am
– 8a to 8a on Saturday/Sunday

This is a shared position with multiple technicians on the schedule and based on availability of each person.

$14-$15/hr

Veterinary Technician I: High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience
Veterinary Technician II: Credentialed veterinary technician

– Have at least one year of animal/clinic experience
– Able to work this position for at least two years
– Ability to effectively maintain a working environment while in stressful situations
– Ability to effectively communicate with employees/staff of various levels and responsibilities
– Able to accept constructive criticism and maintain a positive attitude at work
– Have a working cell phone
– Knowledge of animal care and nursing
– Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.