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Veterinary Technician - Specialty DepartmentsSigning bonus up to $2,500!!!Ocean State Veterinary Specialists (OSVS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Technician to join our dynamic specialty department team. Our collaborative environment is made up of talented veterinary professionals who genuinely care about both our patients and clients. If you have previous experience in specialty medicine and are looking for a way to utilize and grow your skills and knowledge – this is an exceptional opportunity. Our newer staff members are engaged and stimulated while they work with other highly educated and qualified team members. At OSVS, the continued education of our support staff is paramount. Not only do our techs get to work with the best veterinary team, but we also provide in-hospital continuing education lectures and labs and many opportunities for cross-training.Position Overview: Technicians perform a variety of animal-health duties to ensure exceptional patient care. Technicians should be proficient in intermediate nursing duties including but not limited to patient assessment and monitoring, phlebotomy, IVC placement, medication/fluid administration, medical calculations, anesthesia monitoring, etc. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of specialty medicine and the ability remain calm during stressful situations. The technician working in this position will be trained to work as a clinic tech within different departments including but not limited to internal medicine, neurology, and cardiology.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:• Deliver exceptional, compassionate nursing care to patients utilizing a variety of technical skills including, diagnostic sample collection, intravenous catheter placement, etc.• Assist the doctors with consultation and recheck appointments• Work under the guidance of the physicians to relay information to clients• Schedule new patient consultations, recheck examinations, procedures, and technician outpatient appointments for the specialty departments• Coordinate daily scheduled appointments, procedures, emergency transfers cases, as well as inpatient consultations for canine and feline patients• Keep current in veterinary medicine trends through CE attendanceSkills and Qualifications:• Minimum 2 years’ professional experience in small animal clinical setting as a technician• State certification to practice as a veterinary technician preferred• Superior technical knowledge and skills• Proficient in medical math calculations (drugs, conversions, etc.)• Excellent communication skills with clients and team members• Proficient time management, ability to problem solve, learn, and handle multiple tasks• Enthusiastic team player with a patient, and positive professional attitude• Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds, and work on feet most of the day• Must have the ability to adjust to changes in the environment and able to handle stress in a calm manner• Must be able to anticipate patient needs and be detail oriented due to the high level of quality medicineBenefits and Perks (for Full Time):• Employer paid medical insurance premiums, AND paid deductible for employees!• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options• 401K with company match• Complimentary Life Insurance $5,000• Personal Pet Discounts• PTO and Holiday pay• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)• Veterinary Social Worker on-site• Ample paid CE opportunities on-site, as well as CE stipend for Certified Technicians• Uniform allowanceOSVS is located in East Greenwich, RI. OSVS is a 35,000-sf building with a very busy emergency service, a nationally respected internship and residency program, and specialists in Emergency/Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Radiology, Cardiology, Neurology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, and Avian/Exotics. Specialized equipment includes telemetry, endoscopy, CT scanner, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and MRI. Located in Southern New England, OSVS sees and treats pets from Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.

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