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Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine
Washington, DC
Join our team at Friendship Hospital For Animals!
We are seeking a full time Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician to work alongside our board-certified internists, providing high-quality care to pets with complex medical conditions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills, work with advanced medical technologies, and make a significant impact on the lives of our patients and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work independently under the guidance of the Internal Medicine specialist
- Triage all IMED appointments
- Generate and review estimates with clients
- Know what is entailed in all IMED procedures and how to set up for them
- Proficiency in technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, blood pressure measurement, etc.
- Induce and monitor anesthesia
- Manage anesthetic emergencies during procedures
- Cross-train and fill in for client coordinator’s role
- Be able to field phone calls from clients, schedule IMED appointments, and refill prescriptions
- Communication with clients, Patient Care technicians, and staff doctors regarding in-house patients
- Generate treatment sheets for in-hospital patients following the orders of the Internal Medicine Specialist
- Maintain the sanitation and stocking of the IMED suite
- Maintain an appropriate inventory of the IMED suite
- Proper routine care and maintenance of all IMED equipment
- Attend all IMED department meetings
- Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the FHA Employment Manual.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Veterinary Technician certification/credentialing (CVT, LVT, RVT, VTS) preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a veterinary setting, preferably in internal medicine.
- Strong knowledge of veterinary medicine, diagnostics, and treatments.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.
- Compassionate and caring attitude towards animals and their owners.
- Proficiency with veterinary software and technology.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Continuing education opportunities and support for professional development. CE allowance for credentialed technicians
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Opportunity to work with a team of specialists in a cutting-edge facility.
We're exclusively seeking individuals who embrace a nurturing, cooperative, and ethical environment, where genuine individuals come together to share knowledge, uplift one another and enhance the health and happiness of our patients, clients, team members, and the community. Of course having fun while doing so is a non-negotiable!
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Website: https://www.friendshiphospital.com/
Meet Our Hospital:
Friendship Hospital for Animals is a top-tier AAHA Accredited veterinary hospital providing compassionate patient care including wellness, emergency and specialized care. Our range of specialized departments includes critical care, radiology, anesthesiology, oncology, ophthalmology, neurology/neurosurgery, cardiology, dermatology, internal medicine/hemodialysis, rehab therapy, and surgery. Our facility is equipped with cutting-edge MRI and CT technology, a dedicated ICU, long-term ventilator capability, and onsite hemodialysis. We are constantly evolving to provide the most advanced, state-of-the art comprehensive care. We believe in sharing our knowledge with the community through continuing education, externships, internships and residency programs.
Friendship Hospital For Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
US Pay Range
$29 - $32 USD
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