Discharge Nurse Technician

Veterinary Referral Center

Veterinary Referral Center (VRC) is a comprehensive, referral specialty & emergency critical care veterinary hospital in Malvern, Pennsylvania. We are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for appointments, advanced imaging, surgery and emergency/critical care services. At our hospital, you'll be working alongside a large team of experienced & board-certified veterinarians with advanced specialized training who utilize the latest innovations in medicine and technology to treat companion animals. Our veterinary services include trauma treatment and critical care, medical oncology, radiation therapy oncology, cardiology, internal medicine, ophthalmology, orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, dentistry/oral surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, MRI and CT, endoscopy, rehabilitation, and emergency services.

Discharge Veterinary Nurse

We are looking to add a skilled Discharge Veterinary Nurse who plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth transition of pets from veterinary hospital care to home care, to compliment our growing, fast paced hospital. By joining VRC you will be supported by a team of excellent nurses and assistants along with experienced, board-certified veterinarians.

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to clearly communicate on both medical procedures and pharmacology, while also being able to perform client demonstrations such as (but not limited to) bladder expression, insulin administration, E tube feedings, care, and maintenance, and nebulization
• Effectively relaying complex information to pet owners to help them understand and manage their pets' care at home.
• Perform diagnostic testing (lab work, radiographs, ultrasound)
• Fill medications for clients to give at home
• Administrate medications in all routes (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous)
• Handle client communications and properly document in the patient's medical record
• Educating pet owners on how to care for their animals and promoting preventative healthcare.

Schedule:

• If you are a flexible, energetic, positive, personable individual looking for an opportunity, please apply today!
• Once a month on call is required.

Compensation:

• Hourly range $22-$34/hour
• Even higher for VTS!
• Call In stipend for employees who are on call

Preferred skills:

• 1-3 years of veterinary experience
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.)
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Availability to be on-call 1 x monthly and work some holidays
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude, be a team player
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) with a company match!
• Employee assistance program
• Generous employee pet care discount at 80%!
• Flexible schedule
• FSA/HSA
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Uniform allowance for full time and part time employees
• Paid holidays/paid time and a half for working holidays
• CE allowance up to $2500 per year, based on licensure!

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.