REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Our technicians are responsible for managing and directing client and patient flow through our hospital, from triage to treatment, through discharge and follow-up care. Our technicians are fulfilled by complete utilization of skills, and are highly valued for their knowledge and experience. As a teaching hospital, our technicians are heavily relied upon to support new and learning veterinarians.

The ideal candidate for this position would thrive in a fast-paced team environment, have an excellent attention to detail, and a passion for patient care. Applicants should have a desire to participate in the advancement of avian and exotic animal medicine, an enthusiasm for learning, and express a dedication to their patients and clients. As a dedicated member of the team, technicians should be ready to help others as needed, even outside of their normal role or position. Our goal is to find a member of the team who would be a permanent addition to our unconventional and exciting family.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be licensed as a RVT in Indiana

  • Must have full-time availability

  • Must be able to work some Saturdays

  • Must possess exceptional communication skills

  • Must be detail oriented

  • Must be able to remain calm and efficient in a fast-paced work environment

  • Must be able to work as a team

  • Must be able to participate in some on-call shifts and/or overnights (additional compensation available)



 

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS

  • RVT experience

  • Exotic companion animal and/or wildlife experience

  • Rabies vaccinated

 




 

DUTIES INCLUDE

  • Over-the-phone and in-person triage of potentially critical patients

  • Client education including husbandry of various species, discharge instructions, medical management, etc.

  • Medical terminology and scribing

  • Assist the DVM staff with appointments and perform technician appointments

  • Perform basic nursing care duties on hospitalized patients

  • Perform anesthesia on a variety of species

  • Perform in-house diagnostics such as blood work, radiographs, CT, etc.

  • Process pharmacy prescriptions

  • Perform advanced nursing care duties such as IV/IO catheters, intravenous fluid therapy, isolation ward protocols, gavage/tube feeding, SQ fluids on various species

  • Perform medical procedures under the direction of the veterinarians

  •  Maintain hospitalization and treatments records for patients

  • Properly clean, prepare, and sterilize surgical areas, instruments, and equipment

 

BENEFITS

  • Paid time off

  • Paid parental leave

  • 401K retirement plan with match

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Employee assistance program

  • Provided uniform tops

  • Continued education assistance – we love conferences!

  • Discounted veterinary care

  • Staff events (regular staff meetings with provided lunch, quarterly/annual events, etc.)

  • Annual bonus eligibility