Surgery Veterinary Technician Assistant

Surgery San Jose, California


Description

MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty provider with practices nationwide. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations. Things like chemotherapy and radiation, cardiac ablations, treatments for glaucoma, physical rehabilitation, dermatology and so much moreWe are looking for collaborative and driven people to join our clinical team. 
  
We thrive on people living out our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Compassion to get their job done. Use your passion to drive the MedVet experience for our clients and patients, as well as your teammates. 
 
We are looking for: Surgery Technician Assistant 
  
Our Surgery team is a fast-paced environment, perfect for someone that is looking for training in multiple facets of the department and interaction with the other teams in the hospital. This team requires strong communication skills to liaison between surgeons and clients and deliver post-operative care instructions. 
  
What you’ll do: 
  • Ensure patients receive quality care 
  • Ensure documentation is accurate and complete 
  • Oversight/care for stable patients 
  • Assist Veterinary Technicians with patient restraint 
  • Manage the restocking of supplies for clinical teams 
  • Maintain clean treatment areas and manage laundry needs of department 
  
Who you are: 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
  • Excellent client service skills and phone etiquette 
  • Ability to multi-task, self-motivated and strong attention to detail 
  • Work successfully as a team member and autonomously 
  • Sense of urgency, Critical thinking skills 
  • Effective patient restraint 
  • Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary 
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment 
  • Prior veterinary experience required 
Compensation: This position has an initial hiring range of $20.75 to $26.75 per hour based on skillset and experience.
 
 
Perks and Benefits include: 
  • Strong career growth and personal development opportunities  
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits 
  • Vision and Dental 
  • HSA, FSA and Independent Care Spending 
  • 401k with Employer Match 
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)  
  • Shift Differentials and On-call Pay 
  • Uniform Allowance 
  • Employee Pet Discounts and Pet Insurance 
  • Elective Short-Term Disability, Life and Accident Insurance and company paid Long Term Disability 
  • Continuing Education Opportunities and Assistance Program 
  
Come as you are. MedVet is an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug-free organization, therefore employment with MedVet is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check.