Veterinary Technician, Emergency & Critical Care
Overview
This role places you at the center of emergency veterinary care at Animal Emergency of Pasco, a small animal hospital serving the Tampa area after hours, weekends, and holidays. You'll triage, stabilize, and nurse critically ill patients while performing surgical assistance and anesthesia management using advanced diagnostics like digital radiography and ultrasonography. Join a team that values your expertise and offers ongoing training, career growth, and a supportive work environment, with both full-time and part-time schedules available.
What You'll Do8
- 1Triage incoming patients and prioritize care based on severity, initiating emergency protocols and stabilizing unstable cases with oxygen support and IV catheters.
- 2Collect and run lab samples including blood, urine, and fecal tests using in-house diagnostic equipment, and record results accurately.
- 3Position and capture diagnostic radiographs, adjusting exposure for small animal patients, and assist with ultrasound procedures.
- 4Administer medications, fluids, and treatments as prescribed, monitoring patients for adverse reactions and adjusting care under veterinarian guidance.
- 5Prepare patients for surgery, assisting with sterile field setup, instrument handling, and surgical site preparation, plus monitor anesthesia depth and vital signs during procedures.
- 6Provide intensive nursing care for hospitalized patients, managing pain, nutrition, and wound care, and communicate treatment plans clearly to pet owners.
- 7Restrain animals safely using low-stress techniques, ensuring patient and staff safety while minimizing fear and anxiety.
- 8Maintain accurate medical records, interpret lab results, and document patient history and response to treatment in the practice management system.
Requirements10
- 13+ years of veterinary technician experience, with an active certification preferred but not required.
- 2Proficient in venipuncture for blood collection and handling urine, fecal, and skin samples.
- 3Skilled in patient triage, emergency assessment, and critical care monitoring.
- 4Ability to position patients for and obtain high-quality radiographs using digital x-ray equipment.
- 5Knowledge of anesthetic protocols, monitoring equipment, and surgical assistance for routine and emergency procedures.
- 6Strong communication skills to interact with clients and team members during high-stress situations.
- 7Availability to work weekend and weekday nights, with overnight shifts not required.
- 8High work ethic, punctuality, and a positive team attitude, committed to continuous learning.
- 9Physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and tolerate unpleasant odors and noises.
- 10Capacity to handle bites, scratches, and potential exposure to zoonotic diseases with adherence to safety protocols.
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